Tripura’s National Award-Winning Science Teacher Anjan Banik Invited As Solo Invitee Delegate For Prestigious ESTIC 2026 In New Delhi Bharat Mandapam.

Agartala, Tripura, 26th of October, 2026 :  In a matter of pride for Tripura’s scientific and educational community, Anjan Banik, recipient of the National Award for Science and Technology Communication 2022–23, conferred by the National Council for Science and Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, has been selected to participate as an invited delegate in the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026, scheduled to take place from 27 to 29 October 2026 at the prestigious Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

According to information provided regarding his official invitation and confirmation of the delegate entry badge, Banik is the only invited delegate reported from Tripura State for this major international scientific gathering,  international science and technology conclave at Bharat Mandapam, alongside Nobel Laureates, leading scientists, policymakers and global innovators.

His participation is particularly significant as he represents the teaching profession and grassroots science communication initiatives from India’s northeastern region.

ESTIC 2026 is expected to bring together more than 3,000 participants, including eminent scientists, Nobel Prize winners, researchers, innovators, policymakers, entrepreneurs, academicians and industry leaders, to deliberate on India’s scientific future and its ambition of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

A National Award-Winning Teacher Representing Tripura

Anjan Banik is presently serving as an Assistant Teacher under the Directorate of Secondary Education, Government of Tripura. Beyond his regular teaching responsibilities, he has voluntarily dedicated himself to promoting science education, science popularisation, scientific awareness and the development of scientific temperament among students, teachers and the wider community.

He also serves voluntarily as the National Chairman of the National Council of Researcher Teacher Scientists (NCRTS) India, an organisation previously affiliated with VIPNET, Vigyan Prasar, under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.

Through this platform, he has been associated with initiatives encouraging scientific curiosity, innovative thinking, research-oriented teaching, practical scientific experimentation and interaction between students, teachers and eminent scientists.

His contributions to science communication earned him the prestigious National Award for Science and Technology Communication for 2022–23, the highest most financial remuneration of 2 lacs monetiary benefit uncompareble to any Govt National Award in India, recognising his commitment to taking scientific knowledge beyond conventional classrooms and making science accessible to society.

His selection for ESTIC 2026 reflects the importance of connecting grassroots science education with national and international scientific research, technological innovation and policymaking.

ESTIC 2026 has been defined as a platform Connecting Science with the Aspirations of Viksit Bharat.

The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 is being organised as a major platform to strengthen the relationship between scientific research, technological innovation, industrial development and national progress.

The event seeks to bring together India’s scientific capabilities and the practical needs of society, in alignment with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.

The conclave is intended to encourage scientific collaboration, strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem, promote emerging technologies and create opportunities for researchers, industries, startups and policymakers to work together.

The participation of thousands of distinguished delegates is expected to create opportunities for exchanging ideas, developing partnerships and exploring new possibilities for scientific advancement.

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Highlights the Importance of Science for National Development.

In an opinion article titled “ESTIC 2026: Connecting Science with Aspirations of Viksit Bharat,” Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, emphasised that the true value of scientific discoveries lies in their ability to improve people’s lives.

Referring to the vision of former President and eminent scientist Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the Minister highlighted science as a fundamental driving force behind societal transformation.

He explained that scientific advancement must go beyond laboratory discoveries and academic achievements. Its ultimate purpose should be to address practical challenges, create opportunities, improve public welfare and contribute meaningfully to national development.

Dr. Singh observed that India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation requires advances in healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, industrial productivity, employment generation and technological self-reliance.

According to the Minister, scientific breakthroughs often require years of research, but translating them into technologies useful to society demands further testing, investment, engineering and collaboration.

He stressed the importance of strengthening the entire innovation process, from the initial research question to the development of technologies delivering tangible benefits.

ESTIC 2026 is expected to address these challenges by encouraging interaction among scientists, research institutions, universities, industries, startups, investors and government agencies.

The Minister also underlined the importance of nurturing young researchers and providing them with opportunities to learn from experienced scientists, present innovative ideas and develop solutions to real-world problems.

His observations reinforce the central objective of ESTIC 2026: transforming scientific potential into practical progress for the nation.

Nobel Laureates and Internationally Acclaimed Scientists are Participating this year ESTIC.

One of the major attractions of ESTIC 2026 is the announced participation of internationally renowned scientists, including distinguished Nobel Prize winners.

Among the prominent scientific personalities featured in the conclave’s promotional material are:

Sir Richard J. Roberts, Ph.D., FRS: Recipient of the 1993 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, recognised for his pioneering contributions to molecular biology and the discovery of split genes. He is associated with New England Biolabs as Chief Scientific Officer.

Dr. Joachim Frank: Recipient of the 2017 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his pioneering work in cryo-electron microscopy, which revolutionised the study of biomolecular structures. He is a professor at Columbia University, United States.

Dr. Konstantin (Kostya) Novoselov: Recipient of the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physics for groundbreaking experiments involving graphene, a revolutionary two-dimensional material with significant potential in electronics, materials science and advanced technologies. He is associated with the National University of Singapore.

The presence of these internationally distinguished scientific personalities, alongside researchers, innovators and policymakers, is expected to make ESTIC 2026 an important forum for scientific exchange and international cooperation.

According to the themes outlined for this event dedicated to Emerging Technologies and India’s Scientific Future under the leadership of Dr. Jitendra Singh, ESTIC 2026 will address twelve important areas of emerging science and technology.

These include artificial intelligence, robotics, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, quantum communication, ocean science and maritime technologies, agricultural technologies, advanced healthcare, energy technologies, immersive technologies and space science.

These sectors are expected to play increasingly important roles in India’s economic growth, scientific self-reliance and technological competitiveness.

The conclave will also provide opportunities for interaction through its Frontiers in Focus sessions, Young Researchers and Innovators Pitch Corner, Next-Gen Discovery Expo and Innovation Exchange Hub.

Such initiatives aim to encourage scientific creativity, showcase emerging research capabilities and facilitate collaboration between research institutions, industries and entrepreneurial ventures.

The participation of Anjan Banik in ESTIC 2026 carries particular significance for Tripura, where school teachers and grassroots science communicators play an important role in encouraging scientific curiosity among young learners Significantly for Tripura and the Northeastern Region.

As a national award-winning science communicator and practising school teacher, Banik’s participation offers an opportunity to connect school-level science education and science popularisation with emerging national and international developments in scientific research.

It also highlights the importance of recognising teachers not merely as transmitters of textbook knowledge but as contributors to scientific awareness, innovation and the development of future researchers.

His voluntary work through non political scientific and Scientist’s platform has focused on encouraging students and teachers to engage with scientific experimentation, inquiry-based learning, astronomy, space science and innovative educational practices.

Participation in a conclave featuring Nobel Laureates, eminent scientists, policymakers and innovators may further strengthen opportunities for scientific interaction, knowledge exchange and future educational initiatives.

ESTIC 2026 is expected to serve as an important platform for translating scientific knowledge into meaningful national development towards Viksit Bharat 2047

The conclave’s emphasis on collaboration between scientific institutions, academia, industry and government closely aligns with the objectives of grassroots science communication and research-oriented education.

For Anjan Banik, participation in this international-level event may represent another significant milestone in his continuing efforts to promote science education, scientific temperament and innovative thinking.

His presence at Bharat Mandapam from 27 to 29 October 2026 is expected to draw attention to the contribution of Tripura’s educators and science communicators to India’s wider scientific aspirations.

As India advances towards its vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the participation of a national award-winning teacher from Tripura in a gathering of internationally acclaimed scientists reinforces an important message: India’s scientific future depends not only on discoveries made in advanced laboratories but also on the teachers and science communicators who inspire the next generation of innovators.