Archive · 29 Sep 2026
CSIR–NGRI Marks 85th Foundation Day With Earth Science Open Day
CSIR–NGRI held an Open Day in Hyderabad to celebrate CSIR’s 85th Foundation Day.
About 5,000 people came to learn about Earth science.
Many visitors were school and college students.
Scientists showed how earthquakes, groundwater, rocks and minerals are studied.
They used models, demonstrations and computer visualisations to explain their work.
One model showed how collapsing ice and rocks can contribute to floods in Nepal.
Visitors also saw a prototype app that records earthquakes and gives audible alerts.
A video about scientific work in Antarctica was shown.
The event helped students understand how Earth science can protect people and support the careful use of natural resources.
Around 5,000 students, educators and members of the public attended CSIR–NGRI’s Open Day in Hyderabad.
Nearly 20 exhibits covered earthquakes, groundwater, tectonics, planetary science, geochemistry, natural hazards and other Earth sciences.
Scientists used working models, demonstrations and interactive displays to explain geophysical research and its practical applications.
Featured exhibits included a Nepal flood model, a prototype Android earthquake-alert application and a 3D magnetotellurics visualisation.
The programme included the video Miracle in Antarctica, a student science quiz and interactions with CSIR–NGRI Director Dr Prakash Kumar.
- Who
- CSIR–National Geophysical Research Institute, scientists, researchers, students, educators, staff and members of the public; Dr Prakash Kumar also attended.
- What
- An Earth science Open Day featuring nearly 20 exhibits, demonstrations, scientist interactions and a student quiz.
- When
- In 2026, as part of celebrations for CSIR’s 85th Foundation Day; the exact date was not stated.
- Where
- CSIR–NGRI in Hyderabad.
- Why
- To mark CSIR’s 85th Foundation Day and promote public and student interest in Earth sciences.
- Attendance
- Around 5,000 students, educators and members of the public
- Exhibits
- Nearly 20 thematic exhibits
- Research areas
- Seismic studies, tectonic geodesy, groundwater, geochemistry, planetary sciences, natural hazards and related fields
- Featured technology
- A 3D magnetotellurics visualisation and a prototype Android application for earthquake recording and audible alerts
- Flood demonstration
- A working model showing how glacial collapse and moving ice and rock masses can contribute to floods in mountainous regions
- Special presentation
- Miracle in Antarctica, a video about polar scientific expeditions and their challenges
- Event coordinator
- Dr B. P. K. Patro, Scientist G and Chairman of the Foundation Day Committee
