This year, nearly 3,000 students with visual impairments participated in National Science Day celebrations across more than 100 schools in 17 states. Their science exhibitions welcomed over 5,000 visitors, including parents, educators, students from mainstream schools, government officials, and community members.
At Vision Empower, National Science Day is not a one-day event. It is the culmination of months of learning, exploration, preparation, and discovery. Long before the exhibitions begin, students and teachers engage with science through tactile learning materials, accessible models, assistive technologies, and hands-on experiments. Together, they identify concepts they wish to explore, build exhibits, and prepare to share their learning with others.
While the scale of participation is significant, the true impact lies in the confidence and curiosity displayed by the students. Throughout the exhibitions, they independently demonstrated experiments, explained scientific concepts, answered questions from visitors, and proudly shared their knowledge. For many, it was an opportunity to be recognised not for their disability, but for their abilities as young scientists, innovators, and problem-solvers.
These celebrations were made possible through the support of our partner schools, teachers, volunteers, and CSR partners, whose commitment to inclusive education helps make science accessible to every learner.
Video Highlights from National Science Day Celebrations
Video Description: This video highlights National Science Day celebrations conducted by Vision Empower across multiple schools, where students with visual impairments participate in accessible and hands-on STEM learning activities. Students explore tactile science models, present projects, engage in quizzes and group discussions, and interact with teachers and peers in an inclusive learning environment.