Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences (I/C) Jitendra Singh. File
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Union Minister Jitendra Singh on May 8 mentioned the problem of rationalising awards given to scientists to keep away from duplicity and convey transparency and reviewed the status of the creation of a Science Media Communication Cell (SMCC).
Mr. Singh stated that after the SMCC is established, the success tales of all departments associated to science should be compiled and disseminated to widespread folks to create common consciousness amongst all stakeholders about India’s scientific prowess.
He additionally directed that each one ministries and departments work collectively to disseminate info in regional languages, interact in artistic content material creation and preparation of every day information bulletins associated to science and know-how, in accordance with an official assertion.
On awards rationalisation, officers stated the transfer might not have any vital affect on the morale of the scientific group. The Centre plans to rationalise 200 awards to scientists to keep away from duplicity and convey transparency, they stated.
The Minister took a evaluate of leisure in age for technical workers for appointment in numerous analysis and growth initiatives.
The Minister additionally reviewed preparations for the National Technology Day to be noticed on May 11.
The assembly was attended by principal scientific advisor to the federal government Ajay Kumar Sood and secretaries of the science ministries and departments.
