By Our Reporter
SHILLONG: With the application of science and technology assuming a significant position in the modern world, there is a need to change the perspective of the children towards science and make it acceptable to them.
Ruing the fact that very less children would opt for science as their future course of study, Urban Affairs Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh said it was very sad to see children showing less interest on science. “I have not come across anyone who says that he or she wants to become a Scientist which is really very sad”, Lyngdoh said.
Lyngdoh was delivering her inaugural speech at the workshop on “Defining the Role of Women Scientists and Teachers in Promotion and Application of Science and Technology,” organised by NASI North Eastern Region Local Chapter in collaboration with Lady Keane College here at the college premises on Wednesday.
On the topic, Lyngdoh spoke at length about the ability and potentials of a women stating that women are important partners and stakeholders in today’s society. Lyngdoh stated that there were very less women scientists in the State.
The Urban Affairs Minister also urged NASI to find out the reasons and try ways and means to encourage Women to become a Scientist for the betterment of the society as a whole.
Meanwhile, Distinguished Women Scientist Professor Manju Sharma stressed on education for Women and stated that it is Science only that can open up the thinking elements in the mind.
