Abhyuday-3 at IIT Indore Highlights Role of Technical Hindi in Science Communication

Abhyuday-3 Symposium Champions Technical Hindi for Inclusive Science Communication

Indore, January 2026:  The third national Technical Hindi Symposium, ‘Abhyuday-3’, successfully concluded at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore, reinforcing a strong national commitment to bridging the gap between scientific advancement and public understanding through the Hindi language. The two-day event served as a confluence for scientists, academicians, technologists, and communicators dedicated to strengthening the science-society interface.

A Collaborative National Effort

The symposium was a joint initiative by IIT Indore, IIT Jodhpur, and the CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR). This collaboration underscored a shared vision to advance the use of Hindi in technical and scientific discourse, ensuring that critical research and innovations reach non-English speaking communities across the nation.

Democratising Knowledge Through Language

In the inaugural session, which saw the release of the symposium souvenir and academic publications, the Director of IIT Indore emphasised the role of Technical Hindi in democratising knowledge. He articulated that effective science communication is not merely about translation but about creating a robust ecosystem that connects laboratory research with societal application and everyday life.

Echoing this sentiment, Shri C. B. Singh, Chief Scientist at CSIR-NIScPR, detailed the institute's sustained endeavours in developing Technical Hindi. He highlighted the pivotal role of publications in taking science to the masses, citing the iconic Hindi popular science magazine  ‘Vigyan Pragati’  as a prime example. Published continuously since 1952 by CSIR-NIScPR, the magazine stands as a testament to India's long-standing commitment to vernacular science dissemination.

A Blend of Academia and Cultural Outreach

‘Abhyuday-3’ was designed as a holistic platform featuring:

• Expert Lectures:  Invited talks covering diverse fields like science, engineering, and digital technologies.

• Research Presentations:  Two dedicated sessions where 25 participants presented their technical research work in Hindi.

• Cultural Integration:  A vibrant cultural evening with a folk music performance by Padma Shri awardee  Bhehru Singh Chauhan .

• Science in Art & Performance:  A ‘Vigyan Kavi Sammelan’ (Science Poets’ Conference) chaired by noted writer Shri Santosh Choubey, and a captivating science magic demonstration by mentalist  Shri Harish Yadav .

The symposium wrapped up on January 6, 2026, with a series of concluding lectures and a valedictory session, leaving participants with a renewed roadmap for promoting Technical Hindi.

Key Takeaways

The symposium reinforced several critical points for the science communication landscape in India:

• CSIR-NIScPR , a premier institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, is at the forefront of policy and practice in science communication.

• Standardising  Technical Hindi  terminology is essential for accurate and widespread science communication.

• Premier institutions like  IITs  are actively expanding their outreach, championing initiatives that make technical knowledge linguistically inclusive.

• Platforms like ‘Abhyuday’ are vital for fostering a community of practitioners who can translate complex scientific ideas into accessible