Research

Other Areas

Title :

Science Awareness Camp in in Rural and Tribal Areas of Telangana State

Area of Research :

Other Areas

Focus Area :

Hands on learning

Principal Investigator :

Dr. Suresh Mukkamalla, Arca Educational Society, Hyderabad, Telangana (500089)

Co-PI:

Mr. Maganti Narasimha Murthy, Arca Educational Society, Hyderabad, Telangana (500089)

Contact info :

Timeline Start Year :

2024

Timeline End Year :

2025

Total Budget (INR):

25,98,000

Details

Executive Summary :

The science mela aims to improve the quality of living for rural populations by incorporating hands-on activities of good and harmful bacteria in science education programs. It involves training and awareness building activities, identifying local problems, selecting technologies, and transferring or developing them. The goal is to improve living conditions and self-sustained development by fostering self-reliance and critical thinking. The technology should be chosen carefully to enable rural tribal people to acquire knowledge, upgrade their skills, minimize fatigue, and be innovative. The work plan includes organizing events, collecting materials, and conducting industrial visits. Key benefits include generating interest in microbiological science, enhancing crop yield, and developing sustainable agricultural technologies.

Organizations involved