About Pushpa Gujral Science City:
Science City is being built with its aim of learning, fun & amusement out of Science for people of all ages & all walks of life. It will arouse creativity in young minds, help in building a scientific temper in the state. The project will be dynamic in its concept, as to adapt to the rapidly developing modern technology to the main objective of this project are:
1. To create awareness of science in the community
2. To develop an interactive learning center through a playful approach.
3. To present the marvels of science & technology for public appreciation and understanding.
4. To install state of-the-Art gadgets and exhibits to support presentation.
5. To supplement Formal Education at grass root level.
6. To instill a spirit of Enquiry in the young minds.
The Science City is being developed in 71 Acres of land which has been provided free cost by the State Govt. Beside the land, the Jalandhar-Kapurthala Road is being has been widened to 44 ft. from the existing 20′ width. To provide required power supply, a 132/11KV-power sub-station has been constructed by PSEB by spending an amount of Rs.2.62 crores granted by the State Govt. The Government of India is committed to provide Rs.70 Crores for his project, out of which, an amount of Rs.27 crores has already been provided and the construction work is going on at full swing.
General Information about Pushpa Gujral Science City:
Location: Amritsar
State: Punjab
Capital: Chandigarh
Language: Panjabi, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 37˚C, Min 23˚C (summer), Max 27˚C, Min 8˚C (winter)
Best Season: November to March
How to Reach Pushpa Gujral Science City:
By Air
Amritsar has an extremely well developed airport, Raja Sani International Airport. It has a chain of flights operating both within and outside the country. In fact, it is the only airport in Punjab to operate international flights. It is located hardly 11 km away from the city centre. The proximity of the airport from the city accounts for a comfortable ride to the visitors. Various domestic airlines, like the Indian Airlines, Air Deccan, Kingfisher, Spice Jet and others, come in and go out of this airport at regular intervals, connecting Punjab with major cities of India, like Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai. Besides, international flights like Turkmenistan Airlines, Uzbekistan Airlines, and Air India also connect Punjab with foreign countries like London, Toronto (via Birmingham), Singapore, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and others.
By Rail
Amritsar has an extensive rail network connecting the city to all the major places in the country, like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, etc. If you are travelling from Delhi, Shatabdi Express will be the best option. The journey takes around 6 hours and the train passes via Ambala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Phagwada and Beas. Amritsar is connected with Lahore in Pakistan by the Samjhauta Express. The railway station in Amritsar is centrally located; at a distance of hardly 15 minute drive from the Golden Temple. It has the facilities of ATM Centre and tourist information centre. Make sure you book your train tickets well in advance, as the trains to and from Amritsar usually run full, owing to heavy tourist traffic.
By Road
A broad network of road runs through country, connecting it to different places in and around the state. One can reach Amritsar from most of the northern states in just a day’s time. Pathankot is about two and half hours drive from the city. Grand Trunk Karnal Road connects Delhi to Amritsar. Regular buses are available from I.S.B.T Delhi to Amritsar. There are daily direct buses operating to and from Jammu, Katra, Chandigarh, and Dharamshala as well. A number of government and private buses run on regular basis to and from Amritsar. Thus, Amritsar is adequately connected by road to the places within Punjab as well as outside the state.