Siliguri: The University of North Bengal (NBU) hosted the eighth Regional Science and Technology Congress, 2026 (Region 1) on February 3 and 4, bringing collectively scientists, academicians and younger researchers from throughout North Bengal. Region 1 covers Alipurduar, Cooch Behar, Jalpaiguri, Kalimpong, Darjeeling,
Uttar Dinajpur, Dakshin Dinajpur and Malda.
Organised by the Department of Science and Technology and Biotechnology (DST-BT), Government of West Bengal, in collaboration with NBU, the Congress was inaugurated at Rabindra–Bhanu Manch. Siliguri mayor Goutam Deb formally opened the occasion by lighting the ceremonial lamp and releasing the Book of Abstracts.
Addressing the gathering, Deb stated the Congress would promote collaboration and innovation in scientific analysis. Jitin Yadav, IAS, Special Secretary, DST-BT, highlighted the significance of such platforms for sustainable scientific development.
Registrar Bhaskar Biswas stated the Congress featured three memorial lectures, twelve lead lectures and 237 paper shows throughout twelve disciplines, evaluated by consultants from throughout the state and nation.