IISF 2025 to be Hosted in Chandigarh
Important Facts of the News
- The India International Science Festival (IISF 2025) will be held in Chandigarh.
- Event dates: 6 to 9 December 2025.
- Dr. Jitendra Singh reviewed preparations for the festival.
- The focus is on India’s transformation into a science-driven nation.
- The festival aims to highlight contributions from ministries, academia, industry, and startups.
- Emphasis on Deep Tech, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Quantum technologies, and Clean Energy.
- The event aligns with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat through scientific innovation.
- Senior officials from major science and technology departments attended the review meeting.
Chandigarh to Host India International Science Festival
The upcoming edition of the India International Science Festival (IISF 2025) is scheduled to take place in Chandigarh from 6 to 9 December 2025. A high-level review of the arrangements was led by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences. The review focused on the overall preparedness and thematic direction of the festival.
Focus on Science-Led Governance
Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted that India’s development approach has undergone a notable shift, where science and technology guide policymaking. He stated that scientific research and innovation are no longer in a waiting role for policy decisions. Instead, policy frameworks are increasingly being shaped by scientific progress and emerging technological capabilities.
Encouraging Innovation and Self-Reliance
The festival will present advancements made under national initiatives that promote self-reliance across key sectors. It will also underline the role of government as an enabler that supports innovators, researchers, private enterprises, and startups working in transformative technology areas.
Celebrating Research, Technology and Young Innovators
The event is expected to attract participation from ministries, universities, laboratories, industry leaders, and emerging startup talent. Fields such as Deep Tech, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Quantum science, and Clean Energy innovations are among the key highlights, reflecting national aspirations toward Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
Senior Scientific Leadership Participates in Preparations
The review meeting was attended by senior officials including the Principal Scientific Adviser and Secretaries from departments of Earth Sciences, Atomic Energy, Science and Technology, Biotechnology, and Scientific & Industrial Research, along with representatives from Vijnana Bharati.