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 Pushpa Gujral Science
City -Profile
Science City is being built with its aim
of learning, fun & amusement out of
Science for people of all ages & all
walks of life. It will arouse creativity
in young minds, help in building a scientific
temper in the state. The project will be
dynamic in its concept, as to adapt to the
rapidly developing modern technology to
the main objective of this project are:
- To create awareness of science in the
community
- To develop an interactive learning center
through a playful approach.
- To present the marvels of science &
technology for public appreciation and understanding.
- To install state of-the-Art gadgets and
exhibits to support presentation.
- To supplement Formal Education at grass
root level.
- To instill a spirit of Enquiry in the
young minds.
The Science City is being developed in 71
Acres of land which has been provided free
cost by the State Govt. Beside the land, the
Jalandhar-Kapurthala Road is being has been
widened to 44 ft. from the existing 20' width.
To provide required power supply, a 132/11KV-power
sub-station has been constructed by PSEB by
spending an amount of Rs.2.62 crores granted
by the State Govt. The Government of India
is committed to provide Rs.70 Crores for his
project, out of which, an amount of Rs.27
crores has already been provided and the construction
work is going on at full swing. |
