CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) inaugurated its newly renovated second floor at its premises in New Delhi on 13 December 2024. The inauguration was done by Dr. (Mrs.) N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR & Secretary, DSIR, Govt. of India. The renovated facilities at CSIR-NIScPR will further enhance the institute's capabilities in science communication and policy research.

On this occasion, a tree plantation drive, “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” (A Tree in the Name of Mother), was also done. The drive aims to promote environmental conservation and sustainability.

Prof. Ranjana Aggarwal, Director, CSIR-NIScPR, welcomed Dr. Kalaiselvi and other dignitaries. The Director emphasized the significance of NIScPR's programs, noting that this was the third visit of DG CSIR this year. She highlighted the institute's achievements, including awarding PhD degrees to 16 students and training 50 students in science communication and Science Technology Innovation Policy. NIScPR is the only institution in India that offers the PhD in science communication and science policy.

Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, CSIR interacted with the scientists and research scholars of CSIR-NIScPR during an interactive session held at the Vivekananda Conference Hall. Dr. Kalaiselvi pointed out that NIScPR is the nodal institution of India to have been assigned an ISSN number for Indian journals. However, she emphasized that more people need to be aware of this initiative. She also stressed the importance of regional language-based journals, which are essential for the country's progress. She suggested that the introduction chapter is very important in any PhD thesis and it should be reviewed and published as a review paper. She emphasized the importance of Indian journal-based communication and highlighted two approaches to doing science: experimental and theoretical study with prediction of future outcomes.

Dr. Kalaiselvi emphasized that NIScPR should produce the best science communicators, who can publish their research in high-impact journals. She suggested that students should develop their documentation skills and create graphical abstracts. She also proposed the creation of a unique platform that showcases innovation in science communication through short videos and reels. Dr. Yogesh Suman, Chief Scientist, CSIR-NIScPR proposed the vote of thanks.

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