A District Level Science Seminar 2026 on the theme“Indian Energy Basket 2047: Prospects& Challenges” was today organized by the office of the District School Education Officer, East Jaintia Hills District at Jaintia Eastern College (JEC), Khliehriat.
This year’s District Level Science Seminar was graced by Director, Jaintia Eastern College (JEC), Dr. P. Nongtdu in the presence of Block Mission Coordinator (BMS), Saipung Block, East Jaintia Hills District, Shri Jimi War, Assistant Executive Engineer, Sutnga Distribution Sub-Division (MePDCL), Shri Heimonjur Manner, Assistant Professor, Jaintia Eastern College (JEC), Khliehriat, Shri Nishwa Rymbai, teachers and students of participating educational institutions.
In his address, Director, Jaintia Eastern College (JEC), Dr. P. Nongtdu,while speaking on the theme, highlightedthe importance of energy in driving economic development, ensuring national security and promoting sustainable development even as he stated that India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047 would require a secure, diversified and sustainable energy basket capable of meeting the country’s growing requirement.
Dr Nongtdu explained that while conventional sources such as coal, petroleum and natural gas continue to contribute significantly to India’s electricity generation, the country is increasingly exploring renewable and alternative sources of energy, including solar, wind, nuclear energy, green hydrogen, electric mobility and energy storage.
Furthermore, Dr Nongtdu called upon students to conserve energy, protect the environment, pursue scientific knowledge and embrace innovation. He stressed that the collective efforts and energy of the younger generation would be instrumental in realising the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
During the daylong Seminar, students delivered exhaustive slide presentations highlighting their thoughts and ideas on the prospects, challenges and future potential of India’s energy sector. The presentation focused on the need to strengthen the country’s energy security through sustainable, innovative and self-reliant energy solutions.
The students also discussed the opportunities and challenges associated with renewable energy, energy conservation, technological advancement and efficient utilisation of available resources.
The presentations align with India’s vision of achieving energy self-sufficiency by 2047, underscoring the importance of collective efforts, responsible energy consumption and the adoption of sustainable practices to build a secure, resilient and energy-independent India.
Subsequently, prizes were distributed to the winners of the seminar, while certificates of participation were presented to all the participating students in recognition of their active involvement.
This year’s seminar was won by Miss Suhana Paul of Ambrose Secondary School. Mr Daithrang I Dhar of Little Star Secondary School, Ladrymbai, secured the First Runner-up position while Miss Sakanipaia Siangshai of Khliehriat Higher Secondary School emerged as the Second Runner-up.
It is worth mentioning that the winner of the District Level Science Seminar will represent the district at the upcoming State Level Science Seminar scheduled to be held soon.
