Educational Trip to Manali (9 - 11 April 2025)
An educational trip to Manali was organized by the Chemistry Department for the third year students of B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry and B.Sc. (APS) Industrial Chemistry from 9 to 11 April 2025. This educational trip provided students with hands-on experiences, illustrating the practical applications of chemistry in various fields, from agriculture to industry.
Teacher In-Charge: Prof. Mahesh Chandra
Convenor, Chemical Society: Prof Ruby Mishra
Accompanying Faculty: Dr. Vivek Saxena, Dr. Ishwar Datt Vats, Mr. Sanjay Kumar, Dr. Atul Kumar Sharma, Dr. Robin Kumar, Dr. Bharti Badhani, Dr. Rohit Kholiya
Accompanying Non-Teaching Staff: Ms. Sheela Singh
Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports: Students investigated materials used in climbing gear, ropes, and harnesses, gaining insights into their properties and applications. Ms. Radha Devi, a renowned mountaineer who conquered Everest, shared her experiences and expertise, inspiring students with her achievements. The group explored the museum, discovering exhibits on mountaineering history, techniques, and equipment.
Catch Distilleries Plant: Students learned about the production process, from sourcing to bottling, and gained insights into water purification and filtration methods. A detailed discussion with the plant's representative, Mr. Saini, provided students with a deeper understanding of industrial setup and procedures.
Jogini Waterfall: The group visited the scenic Jogini Waterfall, observing the geological formations and appreciating the natural beauty.
Atal Tunnel and Sissu: The high-altitude infrastructure project, brought to light the role of material science and corrosion chemistry in designing structures that can withstand extreme climatic conditions, including low temperatures and high moisture content. Students explored the role of material chemistry in extreme environments, such as corrosion resistance and the use of anti-freeze compounds. The high-altitude setting provided a real-world context to discuss gas behavior, atmospheric pressure, and environmental chemistry. Observations of snow, rock formations, and glacial streams also helped connect natural processes to chemical principles.
Agriculture Farms: Students learned about the use of organic manure, pollination techniques, and crop rotation methods, highlighting the application of chemistry in sustainable agriculture practices. Furthermore, the visit sparked discussions on the business side of agriculture, emphasizing the importance of chemistry in agricultural entrepreneurship.
Naggar Heritage Castle and Gauri Shankar Temple: The group explored the castle and temple, appreciating the architecture and learning about the local history, culture and chemistry behind the marvellous architecture.
Cosmetics Manufacturing Company: Students gained insights into the production process, highlighting the role of chemistry in the development and manufacturing of cosmetics.