The day culminated with the 18th Foundation Day Lecture, delivered by the Chief Guest, Professor L. S. Shashidhara, Director of the National Centre for Biological Sciences, Bangalore. His lecture, titled From the Origin of Life to the Evolution of Self, captivated the audience. Mr. Sant Sanganeria, Managing Trustee of the Sanganeria Foundation for Health & Education, New Delhi, was the Guest of Honour. He is a pioneering figure in the fragrance and flavor industry.
Professor Anil Kumar Tripathi, Director of IISER Mohali, presented the institute's annual progress report. Dr. Jagdeep Singh, Registrar of the institute, reflected on the early days of IISER Mohali, offering a nostalgic glimpse into its remarkable journey.
In addition to the lecture, the institute’s quiz and literary clubs organized competitions such as quizzes, spelling bees, and crosswords, while the drama club performed a lively nukkad natak (street play). The art club engaged participants with interactive activities involving shapes and colors. Approximately 1,800 students and their teachers, participated in these activities, with the primary objective of igniting curiosity and offering a glimpse into the world of science