Srikrishna Science Centre

Srikrishna Science Centre is a science museum located at West Gandhi Maidan in Patna, Bihar. Established in 1978 and named after Dr. Sri Krishna Sinha, the first Chief Minister of Bihar, it is operated by the National Council of Science Museums under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The centre promotes science education through interactive galleries, a 3D theatre, science park and demonstration programs, making it a major educational attraction for students and families.

Visitors can explore indoor galleries with interactive hands-on exhibits on fun science, mirrors and images, evolution, oceans and basic principles of physics and biology. The campus includes a 3D theatre screening science films, an outdoor Science Park with large working models, demonstration areas and activity corners. The setting is an institutional museum building near Gandhi Maidan with exhibit halls, corridors, auditorium and open park area for self-guided exploration and guided demonstrations.

Established on 14 April 1978 and named after Dr. Sri Krishna Sinha, the first Chief Minister of Bihar. Set up by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, to popularize science and develop scientific temper among the public, especially students.

Serves as a major centre for science education and public engagement in Bihar, hosting science exhibitions, awareness programmes, student workshops and innovation activities that support educational and community learning.