Lok Sabha Speaker to Grace IIT Jodhpur Event
Jodhpur, Rajasthan | 09 June 2025 – Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla will be on a one-day official visit to IIT Jodhpur on Monday, 09 June 2025. His visit is focused on encouraging science education and inaugurating significant academic infrastructure.
At the center of this visit is the inauguration of Lecture Hall Complex – II, a state-of-the-art facility built with an investment of ₹14.80 crore. This development is seen as a vital addition to IIT Jodhpur’s growing academic ecosystem.
Key Guests to Join the Ceremony
The event will witness the presence of key dignitaries including:
Rajya Sabha MP Shri Rajendra Gehlot
Social Worker Shri Nimbaram
Renowned Space Scientist and Chairperson of IIT Jodhpur BoG, Shri A.S. Kiran Kumar
Director Prof. Avinash K. Agarwal
Deputy Director Prof. Bhabani K. Satpathy
The session will be presided over by Shri Kiran Kumar, adding a scientific gravitas to the proceedings.
What’s New at IIT Jodhpur?
1. Lecture Hall Complex – II
The new lecture hall will enhance IIT Jodhpur’s capacity to offer interactive and tech-enabled learning. The complex includes smart classrooms, better acoustics, and advanced AV systems. This move aligns with India’s NEP 2020 push for infrastructure-backed learning.
2. Launch of IIT Jodhpur’s New Website
Shri Birla will unveil the institute’s redesigned official website, aimed at improving digital accessibility and transparency for students, faculty, and researchers.
3. Research Initiative Grant Distribution
To inspire researchers and innovators, Shri Birla will award Research Initiative Grants to selected faculty and scholars. These grants are expected to drive homegrown innovations and cross-disciplinary research at the institute.
Promoting Science Through Play
One of the most engaging parts of the event will be the launch of a comic book series titled ‘Science Through Play’. This series, developed by IIT Jodhpur, aims to:
Simplify science for young minds
Encourage critical thinking and curiosity
Serve as a bridge between formal education and creative learning
These comics use everyday scenarios to explain scientific concepts, helping children engage with STEM through storytelling.
Building India’s Scientific Future
This visit highlights the government’s intent to promote science and innovation beyond urban centers. Shri Birla’s presence will encourage collaboration between academia, policymakers, and civil society to push the boundaries of education in India.
IIT Jodhpur, established in 2008, is one of India’s newer IITs and has rapidly grown into a hub for AI, energy systems, robotics, and entrepreneurship. Its location in Rajasthan also makes it a critical center for educational outreach in western India.