Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to establish a Science City in Bhubaneswar to promote scientific research and innovation.
This was revealed by Science and Technology Minister Krushna Chandra Patra after attending the National Technology Day celebrations held in Bhubaneswar on Sunday.
Stating that the state government is introducing several measures for development of science and technology, he said Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved a proposal to allot 100 acres land for establishment of the Science City.
Noting that only a few states in India have Science Cities, the Minister said he has visited the Science Cities in Kolkata and Hyderabad. “Will have our own Science City in Bhubaneswar soon. The facility will display various scientific inventions and innovations for our students as well as common people,” Patra said.
This apart, the state government is taking steps for the establishment of a mega biotechnology park in the capital city. “We will invite major players in the biotechnology sector to open their units at the proposed park. There will adequate facility for research and development (R&D) at the park,” the Minister said.
Patra further stated that the government will set up a few more planetariums and science centres in all 30 districts of the state.
