A spark named Teenovation’s Science Fest ignited a decade ago and has transformed into a vibrant extravaganza over these ten years. Science Fest is our flagship inter-institutional event that has attracted a diverse array of students from countless schools and colleges across the nation. Students present their innovative ideas in the form of working models. Along with the Science exhibition there are many fun events that never fail to craft unforgettable memories.
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Teenovation, in collaboration with Maharshi Dayanand College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Parel, Mumbai, successfully organized the thirteenth edition of its annual Science Fest on 12th and 13th December 2025.
The two-day event saw enthusiastic participation from over 50 students presenting 29 innovative science projects from schools and colleges across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Ulwe and Gujarat. Models showcased ideas in astrophysics, robotics, hydraulics, environmental conservation, green energy, agriculture, sensors, daily-life science applications and artificial intelligence.
The Fest was inaugurated by Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, Senior Retired Nuclear Scientist, BARC and Dr. Priya Parkar, Principal, Maharshi Dayanand College. The exhibition was evaluated by a distinguished jury comprising Mr. Rohan Lahane, Scientific Program Coordinator, Nehru Planetarium, and Mrs. Tutul Adhikari, Physics Lecturer, Wilson College.
A major attraction this year was the Science Carnival, featuring interactive scientific games in the college foyer, which received an overwhelming response from visitors. An AI-powered 7D immersive chair offered a unique virtual-reality learning experience.
Day Two began with a High Tea interaction led by Mr. Anish Gawande, President of Teenovation and Assistant Professor, Elphinstone College, where students were briefed on government funding schemes for scientific innovations and start-ups. A hands-on biology paper-modelling workshop followed, engaging participants in constructing 3D models of the human skin.
The valedictory ceremony was graced by Prof. Rajanish Kamat, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, who presided as the Chief Guest and addressed the students on the significance of science communication and research. The Science Fest 2025 concluded on a high note, celebrating scientific curiosity, creativity and experiential learning among young innovators.
Teenovation, in collaboration with Maharshi Dayanand College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Parel, Mumbai, organized the twelfth annual Science Fest on 13th and 14th December, 2024.
Day 1 (13/12/2024)
Over 45 participants with 29 science projects from different schools and colleges across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Jalna districts of Maharashtra participated and presented their innovative ideas in the form of science models related to astrophysics, robotics, hydraulics, environmental protection, green energy, agriculture, sensors & detectors, science in daily life and artificial intelligence. Students from 8th grade up to post-graduation participated.
Visitors included students and teachers from various schools and colleges across Mumbai and the general public from the Parel area. All the projects were appreciated by the visitors and guests.
The Science Fest was inaugurated by the august hands of Prof. Dr. Manisha Acharya, Vice Principal (Science) of Maharshi Dayanand College.
The jury for the science exhibition were, Dr. Abhishek Satam, biologist and education officer at Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan and Zoo, Mumbai and Mrs. Urvashi Korde, senior lecturer of physics at Wilson College, Chowpatty, Mumbai.
A special section on “Science Carnival” was hosted in the college foyer where fun scientific games were curated, which attracted a lot of visitors. Winners of the games were given prizes. The games received an overwhelming response from students and teachers of Maharshi Dayanand College and visitors from other schools and colleges as well. The games were hosted on both days of the science fest.
Day 2 (14/12/2024)
The second day of the Science Fest began with a “Hi Tea” session where Mr. Anish Gawande, President, Teenovation, and Assistant Professor, Elphinstone College, interacted with all the student participants and a few parents. Students were made aware of various government schemes providing funds for scientific innovations and start-ups.
A demonstrative show on “Magic of Chemistry” was conducted where students were demonstrated different chemical reactions, including acid-base chemistry, exothermic and endothermic reactions, displacement and double displacement reactions, precipitation reactions, etc. The working principle behind these experiments was also explained. The show was conducted by Mr. Anish Gawande, President, Teenovation.
The prize distribution ceremony and valediction took place at the Auditorium of Maharshi Dayanand College. The principal of Maharshi Dayanand College, Prof. Dr. Hemant Sharma, presided over the ceremony and addressed the students on the importance of science communication and research. Vice Principal of junior college, Shri Dharmesh Mehta also graced the occasion and motivated the students.
Teenovation organized the eleventh annual Science Fest from 15th to 16th December, 2023. The event was hosted by Maharshi Dayanand College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Parel, Mumbai and supported by National Centre for Science Communicators, Mumbai.
Teenovation celebrated its 10th anniversary.
Day 1 (15/12/2023)
Over 50 participants with 27 Science projects from different schools and colleges across Mumbai participated and presented their innovative ideas in the form of Science models related to Astrophysics, Robotics, Hydraulics, Environmental Protection, Green energy, Agriculture, Sensors & Detectors, Science in daily life and Artificial intelligence. Students from 8th grade up to post graduation participated. All the projects were appreciated by the visitors and guests.
The Science Fest was inaugurated by the august hands of Dr. Chhaya Panse, Principal of Maharshi Dayanand College.
Jury for the Science exhibition were, Dr. Abhishek Satam, Biologist and education officer at Veermata Jijabai Bhosale udyan and zoo, Mumbai and Mrs. Bindu Nambidi, senior lecturer of Chemistry at Wilson college, Chowpatty, Mumbai.
A special display section was curated on the theme “Know your body”. A number of scaled human anatomy models of different body organs were displayed at the College foyer. Dissectible models like the human torso, kidney, heart, brain, skin, reproductive organs and muscle system were dissected and explained to the visitors. Basics of microscopy was taught to the students. Observing permanent slides of T.S. of intestine, muscle and blood cells under the microscope fascinated the students. Human osteology section where a life size human skeleton was displayed, attracted the visitors. Various information posters related to human anatomy were also displayed.
Day 2 (16/12/2023)
On the second day of the fest a Seminar and paper modelling workshop on “Human anatomy” was organized where students made a three dimensional model of the longitudinal section of human skin. The seminar was conducted by Ms. Neha Nakashe, Vice President of Teenovation and patient welfare officer at Global hospital, Parel.
An invited talk by Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, senior retired Nuclear Scientist from Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and Chairman of the National Centre for Science Communicators, Mumbai was organized in the morning of second day on the topic “From lab to living room” where he explained crafting compelling narratives for Science and innovation.
Dr. Jayaraman also graced the valedictory function with his presence and addressed the students with inspirational words in his unique Scientific way.
Valedictory function took place at the Auditorium of Maharshi Dayanand College.
Chief guest for the Fest was Shri Umesh Kumar Rustagi, Director of Nehru Science center, Mumbai. Mr. Rustagi addressed the students and delivered a talk on the importance of Scientific communication through Science exhibitions.
14th December, 2022.
Teenovation organized Tenth annual Science Fest on 14th December, 2022. The event was hosted by Maharshi Dayanand College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Parel, Mumbai and supported by National Centre for Science Communicators, Mumbai.
Over 30 participants with 18 Science projects from different Schools and Colleges across Mumbai participated and presented their innovative ideas in the form of Science models related to Astrophysics, Robotics, Hydraulics, Environmental Protection, Green energy, Agriculture, Sensors & Detectors, Science in daily life and Artificial intelligence. All the projects were appreciated by the visitors and guests. The Science Fest was inaugurated by Dr. T. P. Ghule, Former Principal of Maharshi Dayanand College and Dr. Chhaya Panse, Principal of Maharshi Dayanand College.
Theme for the Science Fest was “Celebrating India in space”. A number of scaled models of indigenous satellite launching vehicles and rockets such as Rohini, SLV-3, ASLV, PSLV, GSLV, GSLV-MK 3, RLV TD and SSLV were displayed at the College foyer. Satellite models like Aryabhatta, Mangalyaan, IRNSS, GSAT, Cartosat, Chandrayaan 1 were explained to the visitors. India’s first ever space observatory “Astrosat” fascinated the students. Working model of geo stationary satellites revolving around Earth was also displayed. Distinguished missions of the Indian Space Research Organization such as the Crew atmospheric re-entry module, Chandrayaan 2 were also presented. Students were made aware of future missions of ISRO such as Gaganyaan. All the exhibits were admired by the guests as well as the students.
Jury for the Science exhibition were Dr. Ravindra Upadhyay, Head of the Department of Physics at Maharshi Dayanand College and Ms. Falguni Madlani, Lecturer of Biology at Maharshi Dayanand Junior College.
A Seminar on “Fun with Chemistry” was organized where students were demonstrated different chemical reactions & were explained the working principle behind it. The seminar was conducted by Mr. Anish Gawande, President, Teenovation.
Valedictory function took place at the Auditorium of Maharshi Dayanand College.
Chief guest for the Fest were Shri Arvind Paranjpye, Director of Nehru Planetarium, Mumbai. Mr. Paranjpye addressed the students and delivered a talk on the importance of Scientific communication through Science exhibitions.
Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, senior retired Nuclear Scientist from Bhabha Atomic Research Centre and Chairman of the National Centre for Science Communicators, Mumbai graced the event with his presence and addressed the students with inspirational words in his unique Scientific way.
First Three winners from College category and First Two winners from School category were felicitated with certificates & trophies while all the other participants received participation certificate.
Dr. A. P. Jayaraman while addressing the gathering.
Dr. Hemlata Bagla while delivering talk on experiential learning and importance of Science communication.
Ms. Rajlakshmi Patil addressing the students
Jury interacting with the participants
25th & 26th December, 2021.
Amidst COVID-19 pandemic, Teenovation organized an online Science fest on 25th and 26th December 2021. The event was supported by HSNC University, Mumbai. The two days online fest included Science Exhibition and competition and invited talks.
Day One:
Over 80 participants with 60 science projects from different schools and colleges in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Goa participated and presented their innovative ideas in the form of Science models. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr. Hemlata Bagla, Vice Chancellor of HSNC University, Mumbai. Dr. Bagla addressed the students on experiential learning and importance of Science communication and also highlighted the positive side of COVID-19 and inspired everyone with her talk.
Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, a senior retired nuclear Scientist from Bhabha Atomic Research Center and Chairman, National Center for Science Communicators graced the event with his presence. Dr. Jayaraman conveyed his message to all the participants and congratulated HSNC University and Teenovation for organizing the Science fest. After concluding the invited talk by Dr. Hemlata Bagla all the students exhibited their Science models and explained their ideas.
Jury for the exhibition were; Mrs. Urvashi Korde, senior lecturer of Physics at Wilson College, Mumbai and Mr. Rishikesh Tripathi, research scholar from Christ College, Kerala and former member of the Wildlife Institute of India.
All the projects were appreciated by the guests and viewers.
Day Two:
An invited talk on the theme “Environmental protection and sustainable development” was organized. Guest speaker for the talk was Ms. Rajlakshmi Vijay Patil, young Environment activist, Author, Founder of Charity Soccer League and recipient of the esteemed environmental prize from Aiglon College, Switzerland.
Her keynote address on importance of environment conservation and role of every individual as a protector inspired all the viewers. The talk enriched everyone and helped gain more information on the on going environmental crisis and our responsibilities as the citizen. Followed by the talk, Valedictory function commenced and first three winners were felicitated. All the participants were awarded with participation certificate.
The Science fest was streamed live on HSNC University’s YouTube channel.
Few participants along with their projects
Winners of Science Fest 2021
Inaugural address by Mr. Anish Gawande
Dr. C. S. Panse while addressing the students
18th & 19th December, 2020.
Amidst COVID-19 pandemic Teenovation organized an online Science fest on 18th and 19th December 2020. The two days online fest included Science Exhibition on Coronavirus and a National level webinar on the theme “The Pandemic”.
Day One :
Over 45 participants from different schools and colleges in and around Mumbai participated and presented their innovative ideas related to coronavirus in the form of Science models. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr. Chhaya Panse, Prominent Educationist and Principal of Maharshi Dayanand College, Parel. Dr. Panse addressed the students on positive side of COVID-19 and inspired everyone with her talk. All the students exhibited their Science models and explained their ideas. All the projects were appreciated by the guests and viewers.
Day Two :
A national level webinar on the theme "The Pandemic“ was organized. The webinar was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Mayor of Mumbai city, Smt. Kishori Pednekar. Her keynote address inspired all the viewers. Speakers and resource persons for the webinar were;
Prof. Dr. Deelip Mhaisekar, Hon'ble Vice Chancellor of Maharashtra University of Health Sciences.
Dr. Manisha Kyande, Hon'ble Member of Legislative Council, Government of Maharashtra.
Dr. A.P. Jayaraman, Hon'ble Chairman of National Centre for Science Communicators, Mumbai.
Mr. Shivaprasad Khened, Hon'ble Director of Nehru Science Centre, Mumbai.
Mr. Santosh Bagkar, Businessman and Corporate trainer.
The webinar enriched everyone and helped gain more information on the on going pandemic, post COVID situation, role of government bodies during the pandemic, efficacy of vaccine, importance of science communication in times of COVID, bio hazardous waste treatment and our responsibilities as the citizen.
Followed by the webinar, Valedictory function was commenced and first three winners were felicitated. All the participants were rewarded with participation certificate.
1st Prize – Bhakti Sharma from Cambridge School for Touch less elevator.
2nd Prize – Swarangi Bagkar and Diya More from St. Agnes High School for Internal process of Coronavirus.
3rd Prize – Tanay Chaskar from JBCN International School for Automatic sanitizer machine.
The Science fest was streamed live on Maharsi Dayanand College's YouTube channel.
Miniature replica’s of Indian rockets, satellites, landers, orbiters and other space probes on display.
22nd December, 2019.
Teenovation organized Science exhibition and competition “Sci-Fest’19” on 22nd December 2019. 18 participants with over 11 projects from different schools and colleges of Mumbai participated. Students presented their innovative ideas in the form of Science working models related to but not limited to robotics, hydraulics, life science, astrophysics, etc. All the projects were appreciated by the visitors and guests. A special display section on "50 years of ISRO" was been set up & explained by the members of Teenovation where exhibits and miniature replica's of Indian rockets, satellites and distinguished Indian space missions were displayed. The event started by inaugural ceremony followed by exhibition, competition and valedictory function. Dr. A. P. Jayaraman, Chairman, National Center for Science Communicators, Mumbai graced the event as the Chief guest. Judge for the exhibition were Ms. Supriya Karadkar who is a senior lecturer of Physics at Ramnivas Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates & trophies, a project apart from the winners was given a special President’s choice award and all the participants received participation certificate. Teenovation thereby celebrated it's seventh anniversary.
Display Section
Theme for Science fest 2019 was “Celebrating 50 Years Of ISRO” A number of scaled models of indigenous satellite launch vehicles and rockets such as SLV-3, ASLV, PSLV, GSLV, GSLV-MK 3, RLV TD were on display. Satellites and their missions like Aryabhatta satellite, Mangalyaan, IRNSS, Chandrayaan 1 were explained to the visitors. India’s first ever space observatory “Astrosat” fascinated the students. Distinguished missions of the Indian Space Research Organization such as the Crew atmospheric re entry module, Chandrayaan 2 were also presented. Students were made aware of future missions of ISRO such as Gaganyaan. A 6 ft. tall model of PSLV C25 (Mars orbiter mission) was also at display. All the exhibits were admired by the guests as well as the students.
23rd December, 2018.
Teenovation organized Science exhibition and competition “Sci-Fest’18” on 23rd December 2018. 22 participants with over 12 projects from different schools and colleges of Mumbai participated . All the projects were appreciated by the visitors and guests. A Seminar on “Fun with Chemistry” was conducted where we demonstrated different chemical reactions & explained the principle behind it. A special display section on Microscopy, Astrophysics, Marine sciences, Osteology and Human Anatomy were been set up & explained by the members of Teenovation. The inaugural ceremony was followed by exhibition and competition. Our chief guest were Dr. (Mrs.) T. P. Ghule, Former Principal of Maharshi Dayanand College. Our guest of honor were Ms. Jayashree Gaitonde who is a teacher by profession and a senior member of Teenovation’s advisory committee. Judge for the exhibition were Dr. Rishikesh Dalvi who is an assistant professor of Zoology at Maharshi Dayanand College, Parel. Our special guest for the exhibition were Ms. Radhika Shetty who is a social worker & a member of Teenovation’s advisory committee. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates & trophies, a project apart from the winners was given a special President’s choice award and all the participants received participation certificate.
Chief guest
Ms. Nisha Kumar,
Vice Principal, M.D. College addressing the gathering
Chief Guest
Dr. Manisha Kayande, Associate Professor, M.D. College addressing the gathering.
24th December, 2017.
24 participants with over 13 projects from different schools and colleges of Mumbai participated . All the projects were appreciated by the visitors. A Seminar on “Magic Of Chemistry” was conducted where we demonstrated different chemical reactions & explained the principle behind it. A special section on Microscopy, Rocket Science, Biology and Human Anatomy was been set up and was explained to the students. An interaction with team of the short film "Nishwaas" which is based against Dowry was organized and the team members were felicitated by the chief guest. Exhibition and inaugural ceremony commenced at 4:00 PM after which all the participants were giver snacks & refreshments. Chief guest for the fest was Ms. Nisha Kumar, Vice Principal of Maharshi Dayanand Jr. College. Our guest of honor and judge for the exhibition was Dr. Manisha Kayande who is an associate professor of Zoology at Maharshi Dayanand College, Parel. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates and prizes & all the participants received participation certificates.
25th December, 2016.
Science exhibition & competition was held on 25th December 2016. 34 participants with over 18 projects across Mumbai city participated . All the projects were appreciated by the visitors. A Science skit “Scientific Innovations” based on the book written by Dr. A P Jayraman was presented by the committee members of Teenovation where they demonstrated the principle & applications of reverse osmosis. A special section on Human Anatomy was been set up & was explained by Dr. Nidhi Kadam of Padmashree Dr. D Y Patil University. A a talk on “Green Mumbai” was also organized.
Exhibition started at 4:00 PM after which all the participants were giver snacks and refreshments. Our chief guest was Dr. Sanjeev Shevade, an orthodontist by profession and founder of the NGO “The Untamed Earth”. Judging was done by Mr. Yatin Tnawde who is a senior lecturer of Physics at Maharshi Dayanand College. Our guests of honor were Dr. Rupesh Gaikwad, Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Maharshi Dayanand College & Ms. Radhika Shetty, member & volunteer at Art of living foundation. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates & cash prize & all the participants received participation certificates.
27th December, 2015.
Science exhibition and competition was held on 27th December 2015. 30 participants with over 16 projects participated . All the projects were appreciated by the visitors. A seminar on “Magic of Chemistry” was been conducted by Mr. Anish Gawande where various chemistry experiments & the working principle behind it were demonstrated . A special section on “Sensors & Detectors” was been set up and explained. A talk on “Water Conservation” was also organized.
Exhibition started at 4:00 PM after which all the participants were giver snacks and refreshments. Our chief guests were Mr. N. Mane who is a lecturer of Chemistry at M.D. College & Ms. Radhika Shetty, member & volunteer at Art of living foundation. Judge in-charge was Ms. Kavita Gala who is a senior lecturer of Physics at G. N. Khalsa College, Mtunga. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates & cash prize & all the participants received participation certificates.
28th December, 2014.
Science exhibition and competition was held on 28th December 2014. 25 participants participated with over 12 projects. All the projects were appreciated by the visitors. A seminar on “Fun with Science” was been conducted by Mr. Anish Gawande where various science experiments & the working behind it was demonstrated. A special section on “Astrophysics for human welfare” was been set up & was explained. An invited talk on snake awareness as organized.
Exhibition at 4:00 PM after which all the participants were giver snacks and refreshments. Our Chief guests were Mr. Nemai Karmokar and Mr. Mahav Kasralkar, members of the advisory board of Teenovation. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates & cash prize and all the participants received participation certificates.
29th December, 2013.
Science exhibition and competition was held on 29th December 2013. 28 participants participated with over 15 projects. All the projects were appreciated by the visitors. The project Hydraulic Robot made by Shubhojit Das from St. Joseph High School & Pratik Jain from Parel English School bagged the first prize.
We started the exhibition at 4:00 PM after which all the participants were given snacks & refreshments. Our Chief guests were Ms. Jayashree Gaitonde and Judging was done by Rev. Fr. Merwyn D'Souza, Principal, St. Paul’s High School, Dadar. First 3 winners were felicitated by certificates & cash prize and all the participants received participation certificates.
