Physics Powerhouse! Graphic Era hosts Olympiad Camp with Padma Shri Dr. H.C. Verma

The IAPT-APhO cell, a distinctive establishment within the Department of Physics at Graphic Era Hill University, proudly organized a pre-departure camp for the Indian team participating in the Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO) 2024. The inauguration ceremony, held on May 28, 2024, was graced by the presence of the esteemed Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Sanjay Jasola. The highlight of the event was the esteemed presence of Padma Shri Dr. H.C. Verma, a legendary physicist, mentor, educator, and author renowned for his profound impact on the field of physics education in India. Dr. H.C. Verma, a former professor at IIT Kanpur and an active member of the Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT), played a pivotal role as a resource person during the camp. He provided invaluable guidance to the eight exceptional students representing India at the APhO 2024 in Malaysia. The students, who had long anticipated this moment, were thrilled to meet Dr. Verma in person. He shared his rich experiences and inspired the young physicists to pursue their passions with unwavering dedication.