Three-Day Summer Camp 2026 Concludes at Sikkim Science Centre
State Innovation Hub | 3rd July 2026: Sikkim State Council of Science and Technology under the Science and Technology Department, Government of Sikkim, concluded a three-day Summer Camp–2026 under the State Innovation Hub at the Sikkim Science Centre, Namli, from 1st to 3rd July 2026. The camp was organized under the theme “Explore – Learn – Innovate: A Journey to Discovery & Fun.”
The Summer Camp was designed to foster scientific curiosity, creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills among young school students through interactive learning sessions, hands-on activities and project-based learning. A total of 30 students from Class VI to Class X, representing various schools across the state, actively participated in the programme.
During the three-day camp, the participants conceptualized and developed innovative science-based projects, showcasing their creativity, teamwork and practical application of scientific principles.
The inaugural session was graced by Dr. Suman Thapa, Director, Science and Technology, who encouraged the participants to develop a scientific temperament and explore innovative solutions to real-life challenges on 1st July 2026.
The camp featured expert sessions conducted by distinguished resource persons, including Shri Prashant Lamichaney, Grassroot Innovator; Shri Deepkant Gajmer, a UGC NET-qualified Management academic with an MBA in Human Resources and Marketing from Brock University, Canada; and Shri Bishu Hang Subba, a self-inspired innovator from Gyalshing, Sikkim. Their engaging sessions exposed students to the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, design thinking and practical problem-solving.
The programme was initiated and closely monitored by Shri R. K. Pradhan, In-charge, Sikkim Science Centre, ensuring the successful implementation of all activities throughout the three-day event.
The valedictory function was graced by Shri D. G. Shrestha, Secretary, as the Chief Guest. Addressing the participants, he encouraged the young students to continue pursuing scientific inquiry and creative thinking. He also emphasized that the facilities available under the State Innovation Hub at the Sikkim Science Centre remain open to students and aspiring innovators for learning, experimentation and innovation.
The programme concluded with an impressive student project demonstration, where participants showcased the innovative models and projects they had developed during the camp. The Chief Guest appreciated the creativity, enthusiasm and scientific aptitude displayed by the students. Certificates of participation were distributed to all participants in recognition of their successful completion of the Summer Camp.
The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Shri Jai Narayan Karki, Assistant Scientific Officer, who expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, resource persons, participating schools, students and the organizing team for making Summer Camp 2026 a grand success.
