India Observes National Science Day Honoring C.V. Raman and Promoting Women in Science

National Science Day, observed annually on February 28 in India, honors C.V. Raman's 1928 discovery of the Raman Effect, which earned him the 1930 Nobel Prize in Physics. Celebrations include exhibitions and emphasize scientific inquiry, independent thinking, and the role of institutions like the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science. The 2026 theme, "Women in Science: Catalyzing Viksit Bharat," highlights women's contributions to India's scientific progress and the broader importance of science in addressing societal challenges.