Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurates science centre in Jodhpur

JODHPUR: Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot today inaugurated the much-awaited Sub Regional Science Centre here and laid the foundation stone for a Science City, the fourth such project in the country.

Gehlot, who spent nearly an hour at the newly launched centre, expressed keen interest to know about the different science models exhibited and was briefed about them by the centre's director general.

He said the two projects will not only develop scientific aptitude among students and youth, but will also interest anyone who is curious about the world of science.

"We have set up this centre with a view to develop a scientific vision among students," he said.

"Rajasthan is setting milestones in the field of education and information technology. Technology has definitely played a key role in making the state a hub for higher education," Gehlot added.

The science centre has been set up at the cost of Rs 7 crore wheres as the proposed Science City will be set up at the cost of Rs 70 crore, out of which 50 crore will be contributed by the central government.

Besides this, a grand auditorium has also been proposed to be made here.

On the occasion, Gehlot announced free entry to students at the center till September 5, after which entry will be free for a group of 25 students.