Mangalore : A state level inter collegiate Science event –Scientica 2013 was organised at Canara College  in Mangalore on January 28, Monday.

Inaugurating the programme. Dr KV Rao, Director of the Scientific Research Centre  of Pilikula Nisargadhama, urged the student community to show more interest in science and technology which has helped modern man to a great extent in leading a comfortable life.

SS Kamath, President of Canara High School Association who also spoke said more importance has to be given to the field of scientific research. At the same time he pointed out that students were showing little interest in the field of research.

KMC Medical College Professor Dr Nandini also spoke on the occasion.
M Satish Bhat, Principal of Canara College, Vijetha Bhat, Lecturer and others were present on the occasion.