Summary
Around 30,000 students from classes nine to twelve visited 83 locations, ranging from mountain research stations to coastal institutes.
Participants experienced guided laboratory tours, live demonstrations, research exhibitions, poster walks and video presentations, and interacted with scientists.
The programme introduced Dr Curio, a mascot that narrates interactive videos, and announced a nationwide competition for students to propose solutions to public‑health challenges.
Organisers aim to spark curiosity, nurture scientific temper and inspire future careers in health research.