Shabbir Ali urges scientific thinking among students at Kamareddy science fair

Hyderabad: Senior Congress leader Mohammad Ali Shabbir called for cultivating scientific thinking students from an early age while inaugurating the 53rd State-level Children’s Science Exhibition and INSPIRE project display at Vidya Niketan School in Kamareddy.

Addressing students and teachers, Shabbir Ali said such platforms helped identify hidden talent and encouraged innovation with real-world relevance. He said the models prepared by students would shape future national development, adding that early exposure to science built confidence and curiosity. He stressed that exhibitions played a vital role in nurturing future scientists and innovators who could contribute meaningfully to the country.

The state-level exhibition brought together schoolchildren from across Telangana. Students showcased projects on sustainable agriculture, water conservation, plastic alternatives, green energy, mathematics, health and hygiene, and environmental protection. Organisers said the emphasis remained on practical solutions and socially useful ideas.

INSPIRE projects highlight scientific thinking students

Zaheerabad MP Suresh Kumar Shetkar said science and technology formed the backbone of national progress. He told students that INSPIRE projects encouraged a research-oriented mindset and helped bridge classroom learning with experimentation. Drawing inspiration from former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, he said students from rural backgrounds could also achieve national and global recognition with proper guidance.

Shetkar urged students to use educational and innovation opportunities offered by the Central Government responsibly. He said inventions emerging from schools should aim to benefit society at large.

MLC Sripal Reddy, former DCC president Kaila Srinivasa Rao, Library Chairman Maddi Chandrakant, Congress town president Pandla Raju, former MPP Narsing Rao, former Library Chairman Punna Rajeshwar, along with Congress leaders, education department officials, science experts, teachers, students, and parents attended the programme.

The INSPIRE initiative, run by the Department of Science and Technology, seeks to promote scientific research among schoolchildren and encourage grassroots innovation across the country.