Tripura Science Minister Animesh Debbarma calls for greater biotechnology awareness and scientific thinking among students, urging teachers to encourage questions and practical learning. The state launches 50 new DNA Clubs, taking the total to 272 across higher secondary schools, while the Tripura Biotechnology Council expands science education initiatives.
The Minister of Science, Technology and Environment Animesh Debbarma also stressed building up awareness about biotechnology and developing scientific thinking among the students. This will boost greater scientific awareness and practical learning which in turn could open up new opportunities for future generations, stated the minister today after inaugurating a training programme for the Headmasters and teacher-coordinators associated with DNA clubs at Pragna Bhavan.
Speaking at the programme, Minister Animesh Debbarma urged teachers to encourage students to ask questions. He said teachers should not discourage students as even silly questions could lead to new ideas and solutions in the future. Minister Animesh Debbarma praised the initiative of the Tripura Biotechnology Council and appreciated its efforts to promote science education in the state.
Speaking on the occasion Principal Secretary of the department Chaitanya Murthy praised the role DNA Club in the spread of scientific awareness. He hoped that DNA clubs will keep playing such significant role in the school in the coming days as well.
Today the Minister launched 50 new DNA Clubs. With that the total number of DNA Clubs in the state now stands at 272. So far, 222 higher secondary schools in Tripura have established DNA Clubs. With the addition of 50 new clubs on Wednesday, the total has increased to 272. The DNA Clubs to be made operational in during the 2026-27 financial year, include 7 in North Tripura, 4 in Unakoti, 5 in Dhalai, 5 in Khowai, 8 in West Tripura, 7 in Sepahijala, 6 in Gomati and 8 in South Tripura.
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Today’s programme was also attended by the Director of Biotechnology department Mahendra Singh, and Joint Director of Biotechnology Anjan Sengupta. The Minister also launched annual book of Tripura Biotechnology Council.
