Panaji: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Thursday advised students to “not hesitate to explore or face uncertainty” and to “choose to ask one more question” to ensure that science moves forward.
Addressing the Manohar Parrikar Vidnyan Mahotsav, organised by the state government to promote scientific learning among students, Sawant said that science today shapes almost every part of our lives.
“To the students present here today, I would like to say: science moves forward because someone chooses to ask one more question,” the Chief Minister said.
“Do not hesitate to explore or face uncertainty. Every effort contributes to learning,” he added.
Sawant noted that science shapes how we understand nature and design solutions for society. Platforms like the Manohar Parrikar Vidnyan Mahotsav remind us that science is not limited to textbooks or laboratories—it begins with curiosity and grows through questioning.
He added that one of the most valuable aspects of this Mahotsav is direct interaction. “When students listen to scientists speak about their journeys, challenges, experiments, and lessons learned, science becomes relatable. Such conversations often spark new interests and help students see research as an evolving pursuit rather than a fixed destination,” he said.
Sawant also highlighted the scale of this year’s Mahotsav: 19 prominent scientists are engaging with students across nine venues throughout Goa. Around 4,500 students are participating, exploring ideas across fundamental sciences, engineering, life sciences, environmental studies, data science, artificial intelligence, health sciences, and emerging interdisciplinary areas.
