On February 13, 2026, the Chemsparx club of Department of Chemistry hosted an Elocution Competition on the theme Dress-up like a Women Scientist’ to commemorate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The event was meticulously organized and coordinated by Mrs. Cheryl Alvares and Ms. Priyanka Naik, whose efforts ensured a seamless and successful execution. This inspiring event brought together students and faculty members and a distinguished guest judge to celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in the field of science. The competition was graced by the presence of Prof. Vidya Desai, FRSC, Professor from the Department of Chemistry of DM’s College and Research Centre, Assagao, Bardez-Goa, who served as the judge for the event. Her expertise and insights added depth and value to the competition.
The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from 08 students, who impressively dressed up as their favourite women scientists and delivered captivating speeches about their lives, achievements, and groundbreaking discoveries. The audience, comprising around 63 students and staff members, was thoroughly engaged and inspired by the participants passion and knowledge. Prof. Vidya Desai, presented the prizes, acknowledging the students outstanding achievements. Overall, the Elocution Competition was a resounding success, fostering a sense of community, promoting awareness about women’s contributionsto science and inspiring the next generation of women scientists.