LEH: The brochure of Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM) 2026–27, a national science talent search programme aimed at fostering scientific aptitude and innovation among students, was released in Ladakh by Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, UT Ladakh, Bhanu Prabha, IAS.
The brochure was unveiled during a function held at the Ladakh Model Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Leh, in the presence of eminent personalities, educationists and senior officials from the School Education Department.
Among those present were Padma Shri awardees Chewang Phuntsog, former Chief Secretary of the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Tsering Norbu, retired Physician Specialist, and engineer and innovator Tsering Norphel. The programme was also attended by Chief Education Officer Kargil Sonam Wangchuk, In-charge Chief Education Officer Leh Phuntsog Dorjey, Principal DIET Leh S.D. Namgial, Principal Ladakh Model Government Boys Higher Secondary School Leh Tsering Norbu, State Coordinator Ladakh Morup Tsewang, along with principals, teachers and educationists from across the region.
The release of the brochure formally marks the commencement of activities for VVM 2026–27 in Ladakh. The nationwide initiative seeks to nurture scientific temper, encourage innovation and identify young talent in science among school students.
Speaking on the occasion, dignitaries appreciated the ongoing efforts to strengthen science education and create opportunities for students to engage with scientific learning beyond the classroom. They encouraged schools and students across Ladakh to participate actively in the programme and take advantage of the platform provided by VVM.
Officials informed that online registration for VVM 2026–27 has been opened for students of Classes VI to XI, enabling wider participation from schools across the Union Territory.
The programme concluded with a collective call for greater engagement in science education and innovation-driven learning among the youth of Ladakh.
