Science Aquarium opened
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 31 2011:
Throwing open to public display, the Manipur Science Aquarium and Edusat Network have been inaugurated inside the campus of DM College of Commerce today.
Commissioner of University and Higher Education K Moses Chalai inaugurated both the Science aquarium and the Edusat Network during a function organised by Manipur Science and Technology Council (MASTEC) .
Additional Director of University and Higher Education Dr RK Yaiskul Singh, Principal of DM College of Commerce Ng Brajakumar, Principal of DM College of Science P Ranabir, Director of Science and Technology UC Laishram and Executive Director of MASTEC TH Surendranath were also present at the occasion.
The Manipur Science Aquarium has been established by MASTEC with the support of Department of University and Higher Education, Government of Manipur.
The main objectives of establishing the aquarium have been stated as to study the behaviour of different types of fish fauna and to conserve them, to make aware of the available local fishes to the public and to create a place for recreation of the public.
With exception to Fridays and holidays, the gallery of the aquarium would remain open for public viewing from 10.30 am to 5.00 pm in Summer and from 10.30 am to 4 pm in Winter.