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**Summary:**
Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences in Shivamogga, India, kicked off “Anvesanotsava 2025,” a five-day national science exhibition on August 18, 2025. The event features exhibits from ISRO, DRDO, VITM, Institute for Plasma Research, Aryabhata Mobile Planetarium, and the Karnataka State Scientific Research Council. The exhibition aims to foster scientific curiosity among schoolchildren and the general public. Organizers anticipate over 5,000 student visitors daily and hope the event will contribute to India’s development as a scientifically advanced nation.
**News Article:**
**National Science Exhibition Opens in Shivamogga, Aims to Spark Young Minds**
**Shivamogga, August 18, 2025:** Anvesanotsava 2025, a five-day national science exhibition, opened its doors today at the Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences in Shivamogga. The event promises to be a stimulating experience for students and the public alike, with exhibits from leading Indian scientific and technological organizations.
The exhibition boasts participation from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), showcasing India’s advancements in space exploration, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), displaying models of radar technology and a documentary on anti-satellite missile testing. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum (VITM) are present with models of science concepts. The Institute for Plasma Research has brought innovative technology including a plasma fusion device (Tokamak), and a high frequency plasma device used to treat skin. The Aryabhata Mobile Planetarium is also on-site, offering an immersive astronomical experience.
“We should ensure people remain curious about scientific developments and innovations. The curiosity will drive towards new inventions. The exhibition is a good attempt in this regard,” said Hulikal Nataraj, president of the Karnataka State Scientific Research Council, at the opening ceremony.
Deputy Conservator of Forests, Shivamogga, G.R. Ajjaiah emphasized the importance of such events in cultivating an interest in science among young people, stating that it is “essential for the nation to become a developed country by 2047.”
University Vice-Chancellor R.C. Jagadeesha and other dignitaries were also present at the inauguration. The university expects over 5,000 students to visit the exhibition each day. Anvesanotsava 2025 is open to the public and continues through [Insert Date – August 22, 2025 based on it being 5-days from August 18].
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