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Participation of IIG in ‘Shining Maharashtra 25-27 March 2022’

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Indian Institute of Geomagnetism participated in ‘Shining Maharashtra 2022’ event held at Phaltan, Satara. IIG showcased its research activities through colourful posters. The geophysical science for society, particularly the poster explaining the groundwater potential zones in Mann River Basin, Satara Dist. Maharashtra, generated lot of queries and appreciation by politicians and local public. The opportunities at and services offered by IIG were explained to the school and college students and other stake holders in detail. Several scientific models were demonstrated to the curious students and general public. Working models of atmosphere along with plasma globe and levitating earth, which explained basic physics principles, were a major attraction. Several eye-catching rocks and mineral samples were displayed along with a Geological time clock, which drew lots of crowed. The footfall at ‘Shining Maharashtra 2022’ was both amazing and heartening as several thousands of laity of common people, school & college students, professionals and experts visited the IIG stall and were explained the intricacies of Geomagnetism and allied fields.