A pupil observes a specimen by means of a microscope on the science and know-how exhibition held at St. Albert’s College, Ernakulam, as a part of the thirty eighth Kerala Science Congress on January 31, 2026.
| Photo Credit: R.Okay. Nithin
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday (January 31, 2026) warned in opposition to makes an attempt to glorify superstition and regressive practices by projecting irrational tales from myths and legends as historical scientific discoveries.
He stated such tendencies posed a severe risk to scientific mood and rational considering in society. The Chief Minister was inaugurating the thirty eighth Kerala Science Congress in Kochi. He added society should actively resist efforts to revive blind beliefs and unscientific practices, and careworn the necessity to overtly expose narratives that challenge non-rational mythological claims as historic innovations. Industries Minister P. Rajeeve delivered the introductory handle.
Delivering the keynote handle, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman V. Narayanan stated Kerala has performed a decisive position in India’s nationwide development. Recalling the scenario on the time of Independence in 1947, he stated the nation confronted extreme challenges, together with widespread poverty, low life expectancy, excessive mortality charges, restricted industrialisation, and weak technological infrastructure. From these situations, India has achieved outstanding progress, he stated.
“Kerala is home to several institutions of national importance, including research centres in science and technology, life sciences, biotechnology, climate studies, and public health. High literacy levels and social inclusion have transformed the State into a laboratory for human development models,” he added.
During the inaugural perform, the Chief Minister offered the 2024 Kerala Science Award to Dr. Tessy Thomas. He additionally distributed the State authorities’s science and know-how awards, together with the Kerala State Young Scientist Award, the Best Scientist Award, and awards for science literature and media.
Published – February 01, 2026 11:53 pm IST