Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 105th edition of Indian Science Congress in Imphal, Manipur and will also be launching several developmental projects, officials said.
The Science Congress, taking place in the capital of Manipur, will see congregation of about 5000 delegations including three Noble laureates, scientists, scholars and researchers from all across the country.
Following the inaugural session, Modi will head for Luwangshangbam to lay the foundation stones for Luwangpokpa Multi Sports Complex, National Sports University and freedom fighter Rani Gaidinliu Park at Mantripukhri.
He will also address a public gathering at Luwangshangbam.
The prime minister is visiting Manipur a day after completion of one year of the BJP-led coalition government in the state.
Security in the state particularly in Imphal town and the places that will be visited by Modi has been beefed up.
Modi arrived in a special aircraft of Indian Air Force at 9.25 am and will depart at around 1.30 pm.
(With inputs from agencies)