It is for the first time that Indian scientists will march on the same day as those in over 600 cities across the globe. Photo: PTINew Delhi: As unscientific remarks from politicians continue to spark outrage, scientists and research scholars from at least 20 cities will ‘March for Science’ on 14 April to highlight the urgent need to safeguard science and build a scientific temper among the masses. It’s for the first time, that we will march together with science fraternity across the world. Scientists also demanded that all major political decisions by government should be based on scientific evidence, highlighting perils of lack of scientific temper among policy-makers. Academics and researchers have to come on the street to ensure that their voices are heard,” said Banerjee.

Source: Mint April 10, 2018 17:03 UTC