President Droupadi Murmu Presents Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2024; Assam Scientists Dr Purbi Saikia and Dr Bappi Paul Honored
Desk Report, August 23, 2024: In a distinguished ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu presented the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar for the year 2024. This prestigious award, conferred by the Government of India, recognizes exceptional contributions to science and technology across the country.
Among the esteemed recipients were Dr. Purbi Saikia of the Central University of Jharkhand and Dr. Bappi Paul of the National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar. Both scientists, hailing from Assam, were honored with the Vigyan Yuva awards for their outstanding achievements in their respective fields.
Dr. Purbi Saikia was recognized for her passionate research and proficiency in ecological niche modeling, quantitative ecological analysis, and RET plant species conservation. Her work has significantly impacted ecological analyses, conservation efforts, and hazard-risk-vulnerability analysis.
Dr. Bappi Paul was acclaimed for developing a process and catalyst for the direct hydrogenation of carbon dioxide to ethanol as a future fuel. Additionally, his contributions to removing volatile organic compounds emitted from industries and transportation have addressed global air pollution concerns.
The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar is an annual accolade presented by the Government of India to honor the excellence of scientists and researchers across various domains. The Vigyan Yuva category specifically celebrates young scientists whose work has made a notable impact.
Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Saikia and Dr. Paul. He highlighted their achievements as a source of pride for Assam and a testament to the growing prominence of Assamese scientists on national and international platforms.
The award ceremony not only celebrated the individual accomplishments of Dr. Saikia and Dr. Paul but also emphasized the vital role of young scientists in advancing science and technology. The recognition serves as an inspiration to aspiring researchers and underscores India’s commitment to fostering scientific excellence.
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