ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad celebrated National Science Day on 28th February 2023 with the theme of “Global Science for Global Wellbeing'. Dr C V Raman’s contribution to science and his life was remembered in the event. Dr. V.K.Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad graced the Science Day celebration as chief guest. In his address, he emphasized the role of agricultural science and technologies in the development of well-being of mankind. Dr. R.N. Chatterjee, Director, ICAR-DPR, briefed about the Directorate’s salient achievements and the role of science and technologies in the development of the poultry sector. An exhibition to showcase new technologies, chicken varieties developed by the institute and information on chicken and eggs was organized and about 250 school children from different schools in Hyderabad visited. School children also exhibited models on different scientific themes related to global warming, climatic change, wellness and organic farming, etc. Dr.B.Prakesh, Principal Scientist presented a vote of thanks. Staff of this directorate and school students participated in the event.
