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| Established | 22 December 2022 |
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| Location | Pallapatti, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Coordinates | 11°39′24″N78°07′53″E / 11.656539°N 78.131502°E |
| Type | Science Park with Planetarium |
| Owner | Salem City Municipal Corporation |
| Public transit access | Bharat Ratna Dr. M.G.R. Central Bus Stand |
Salem Science Park is an research and development facility located in Pallapatti, Salem, Tamil Nadu, India. Established for scientific research, the park is home to a planetarium, 80 science models and an innovation hub for students. [1] [2]
Salem Science Park was inaugurated in 2022 as part of the Tamil Nadu government's initiative to promote science and technology in the region. The park was developed by Salem City Municipal Corporation under the Smart City Project to support local students and attract national and international investments in research and development. [3]
The park was built at a cost of ₹5.8 crore by the Salem City Municipal Corporation. Covering an area of 13,000 square feet, it features 18 scientific exhibits, including a 30-seat planetarium. [4]
Salem Science Park is the first science park in the state which is established by city administration. This park contains the following. [5] [6] [7]
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