National Technology Day
National Technology Day is celebrated on 11th May every year. The day commemorates the series of nuclear tests, which were carried out at Pokhran in Rajasthan on May 11, 1998. National Technology Day symbolises the achievement of India in the field of science & technology. This is a remarkable day, which made India powerful enough to mark its presence in the field of science & technology around the globe.
History of National Technology Day
On May 11, 1998, three nuclear tests were carried out at Pokhran in Rajasthan and the subsequent two tests were carried out on May 13, 1998. The nuclear tests were marked as great achievements in the field of science and technology. Since then, May 11 is celebrated as National Technology Day every year, to mark this achievement of mastering nuclear weapons.
Other reasons for the celebration of National Technology Day
- Successful test firing of Trishul missile on this day.
- First, indigenous aircraft “Hansa-3” was test flown at Bangalore on the same day.
National Technology Day is an occasion to recollect all the technological advancements in the field of agriculture, pharmacy, biotechnology and health etc. The occasion is very significant for the scientists, engineers and everyone who is an active participant in building our nation. The day glorifies the importance of science & technology and motivates the youth to adopt science as their career.
National Technology Day celebrations
- Competitions, quizzes, lectures & presentations are organised at schools, engineering colleges and technological institutions to celebrate the National Technology Day.
- National Technology Award is given by the President of India to various companies and individuals for their contribution to science & technology.
- Many events are organised by the Ministry of Science & Technology for the progress of science in our country.
- School students visit science laboratories, various Technology Development Centres, computer labs, Nano-Technology accompanied by their teachers to update themselves with the recent developments in the field of science, pharmacy, agriculture and information technology.
You as a parent can also help your children to learn about the significance of Science & Technology at home, by celebrating National Technology Day with them. So, go through the tips given below:
- Tell your children about some famous Indian scientists and their discoveries.
- Explain to them about technology and explain its use in our day to-day lives for e.g. cellphones, computers, air conditioners, remote controls and aero planes etc.
- Ask them to spend leisure time by playing some online science games and quizzes.
- Encourage them to read science magazines to know more about use of technology in the various fields like, pharmacy, agriculture, health and infrastructure.
- Play word games and jigsaw puzzles related to science & technology, with them.
- Help your children to make a science project on that day at home. Ask them to use material of low cost, like aluminium rolls, elastic bands, balloons, toothpicks and food colourant, etc., to make the project.
- Encourage your children to participate in science fairs and projects.
- Plan a visit to science & technology museums, such as Nehru Planetarium, National Science Centre.
- Whenever your children are inquisitive about anything related to science, answer them or help them to find out the answer.
So, use the above tips and make National Technology Day a learning experience for your children.
