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ISLAMABAD, Oct 23 (APP):The excitement and anticipation of curious young minds is at its peak as the much-awaited Lahore Science Mela (LSM) 2025 is around the corner.
Among dozens of organisations participating in the 6th edition of LSM, Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) is taking a lead by an active participation, this year too, said a press release on Thursday.
Dr. Rashid Mehmood, Spokesperson of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission has urged people especially from Lahore to visit LSM-2025 along with their families as teams of various set ups of PAEC and many other top-notch research and development (R&D) organisations are arriving here.
He said there is a need to work together for the promotion of science in the country and PAEC has joined hands with the Khwarizmi Science Society (KSS) for this cause.
Dr. Rashid further said that Lahore Science Mela is not specifically for children or students, people of all age groups could benefit from it. “PAEC has been participating in LSM for many years to promote the cause of igniting curiosity, promoting love for scientific research and quenching the thirst of young minds to know, as this is our joint responsibility,” he added.
Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission’s role in minerals exploration, power production, agricultural reforms and health sectors will be displayed in an engaging manner.
The highlight of the PAEC stall will be showcasing of collaboration between the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) and Pakistan.
The 2-day Lahore Science Mela 2025 will commence on Saturday and conclude on Sunday at Crescent Model Higher Secondary School, Lahore. Organized by the Khwarizmi Science Society whose General Secretary Dr. Muhammad Sabieh Anwar pioneered the LSM with an aim to promote the culture of science in the country.
It is to mention here that Lahore Science Mela was started in 2017 and since then it has become a regular annual event except the Covid-affected years.
The last LSM attracted over 100,000 people.
The Mela will be fun especially for young students owing to a variety of attractions including a diverse range of science and technology exhibitors, planetarium, laser demonstrations, lit-disco, exciting indoor workshops along with informative auditorium talks.
The entry on both days is open and free for all.