G20: Scientists, Academicians, Policymakers Attend Science20 Summit At Isha Yoga — IN PICS

On Friday, more than 100 delegates from 20 countries attended the first day of the Science 20 Summit 2023 at the Isha Yoga Centre on the outskirts of Coimbatore. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Scientists, academics, experts from various fields, and policymakers were among the delegates. The discussions were centred on the theme Disruptive Science for Innovative and Sustainable Development. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Ashutosh Sharma, co-chair of Science 20 and president of the Indian National Science Academy, gave the opening address. G Rangarajan, Director of the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, delivered a special address. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

During the opening session, G20 members spoke about various aspects of science, such as clean energy and universal health care. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

The delegates were treated to enthralling performances of classical Indian martial arts Kalaripayattu and classical Indian dance Bharatanatyam by Isha Samskriti students. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Isha Yoga Center is established in Coimbatore by Sadhguru, a renowned Yogi and mystic. The center offers all four major paths of yoga such as kriya (energy), gnana (knowledge), karma (action), and bhakti (devotion). (Image Source: Isha Foundation)

Established in 2017, the S20 is one of the most recent engagement groups of the G20. It supports the G20 by fostering an official dialogue with the scientific community. (Image Source: Isha Foundation)