India, Nov. 8 -- It narrowed the gap between scientists and commoners ever more, they say

The four-day science extravaganza at the India International Science Festival (IISF) in Kolkata concluded on November 8, 2019, bridging gaps between scientists and commoners and making science more interesting and understandable to students.

According to Union Minister of Science and Technology, Health and Family Welfare and Earth Sciences, Harsh Vardhan, a prominent outcome of the festival was igniting the spirit of Jigyasa or questioning among students.

"One of the key takeaways from the festival is clearly breaking the barriers between the general populace and scientists, thereby making the research being conducted in laboratories more people- ...