It is a great privilege and honour to extend my warm greetings to everyone on behalf of the Federation of Indian Geosciences Associations (FIGA). Over the years, FIGA has scripted a saga of success stories by fostering scientific excellence, promoting collaborative research, and nurturing young talents in the field of geosciences.
Established in 2014, FIGA brings together premier national geoscience institutions under DST, CSIR, and MoES, along with several professional geoscience associations. Its mission is to foster collaboration among diverse geoscience communities and institutions to address national and global scientific challenges while advancing sustainable solutions for societal benefit. Unequivocally, our collective efforts have fortified the geoscience fraternity in India, which has created a niche platform for brainstorming innovative ideas, furthering advanced research, and forging a win-win camaraderie of academia, researchers, and industry professionals. I am indeed elated to see the interest and active participation of students and young scientists growing by leaps and bounds, which adds a fresh perspective and new dimension to our endeavours.
It is my fervent appeal to the FIGA fraternity to engage actively through its scientific forums and share knowledge and expertise to contribute further in the growth of geoscience in our country. It is my conviction that together we can ensure that FIGA remains at the forefront of scientific excellence, education, and innovation.
I am highly obliged to our Patron members, member associations, faculty, and students for their unwavering support and dedication. Your contributions are the cornerstone of FIGA’s success, and I look forward to our continued collaboration in advancing geoscientific research and education.
With best wishes for your continued success,
Dr. Virendra M. Tiwari
President, Federation of Indian Geosciences Associations (FIGA)