Vijnana Bharati

Vijnana Bharati, in collaboration with Vigyan Prasar and NCERT, conducts Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM), India's largest online science talent search exam. VVM aims to spark students' interest in pure science, offering hands-on training, educating them about India's scientific contributions, and providing mentors to guide them in the field of science. It employs a multi-level testing structure, including objective questions, comprehensive writing, presentations, group discussions, role play, and practical examinations, to identify and reward students with a strong scientific aptitude at both the state and national levels.

Vijnana Bharati's flagship programme in the Ocean Sector, the World Ocean Congress (WOSC), convenes once every three years to serve as a unified platform for all stakeholders in the ocean sector. This gathering aims to facilitate discussions and address pressing issues and priorities shared by these stakeholders. For a maritime nation like India, WOSC holds significant potential, as it uniquely assembles institutions, agencies, and associations involved in various aspects of ocean-related activities, including shipping, fishing, mariculture, oil and natural gas exploration, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem management, legal, and geopolitical matters. It serves as a vital forum for resolving contemporary challenges that often require comprehensive solutions.

Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan (BVS) is a biennial program by Vijnana Bharati aimed at popularizing science and technology and fostering interactions among scientists, artisans, students, and the public. It serves as a platform to bridge traditional and modern science, promoting Bharatiya heritage and inspiring young scientists. BVS also features an expo showcasing Indian achievements in science and technology. Past themes have focused on sustainable development, green technologies, global development, and innovation.

Vijnana Bharati, through its initiative, the World Congress of Vedic Sciences - Vishwa Ved Vigyan Sammelan (VVVS), seeks to address the pressing challenges facing humanity today. Despite remarkable advancements in science and technology, environmental, ecological, and ethical crises threaten our existence. Thought leaders and scientists warn that this century may be humanity's last unless we shift our development paradigm towards harmony between humanity, technology, and nature. The VVVS started in 2004, aims to explore insights for future development rooted in the Vedic perspective, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the world and the universe. This initiative has already organised three congresses in collaboration with esteemed institutions, focusing on the integration of Vedic and modern sciences to provide holistic solutions.

The India International Science Festival (IISF), an annual event organised by Vijnana Bharati in collaboration with the Government of India since 2015, serves as a joyful celebration of science. Its primary aim is to engage the general public with science in an enjoyable and entertaining manner, promoting a healthier, more prosperous, and meaningful life. IISF fosters collaboration among people and the scientific community, both within India and abroad, encouraging them to experience the joy of scientific endeavours for the betterment of India and humanity. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, IISF adapted by conducting the event virtually to ensure an uninterrupted journey. The festival's innovative programmes and inclusive approach, involving participants from various backgrounds, have contributed to its growth, making it a vital platform for nurturing scientific curiosity and temper in India and beyond.