Inauguration of Pavana Chitra: India's First Self-Powered Indoor Air Quality Monitoring Facility
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Inauguration of Pavana Chitra, India's first self-powered indoor air quality monitoring facility. |
| Location | Thiruvananthapuram International Airport. |
| Minister | Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology. |
| Technology | Powered by indigenous indoor solar cells developed by CSIR-NIIST using locally available materials. |
| Key Innovation | Air quality monitor operates off-grid, showcasing India's advancements in sustainable technology. |
| Biotechnology Focus | Emphasized biotechnology's importance for India's future industrial revolution and global leadership. |
| Community Projects | Launched six community projects under the Tribal Heritage Project of BRIC-RGCB. |
| Recognition | Thiruvananthapuram recognized as the "science capital of India" for its contributions to scientific research and innovation. |
| Dignitaries | Former Union Minister Shri V. Maraleedharan and RGCB Director Chandrabhas Narayan attended the event. |
| Cultural Contributions | Released two books as part of the Science Heritage Project and honored award-winning farmers. |