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THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Scientists, science enthusiasts, academicians and writers have called all who believe in evidence-based science or knowledge for development to join the 'India March for Science' on August 9. Astronomy clubs, School Science clubs, Nature Science clubs, environmental activists and all who believe in the manifesto of the March can join, he said.An organising committee has been constituted for the March led by veteran space scientist and ISRO 's Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre former deputy director P Radhakrishnan as its chairperson. Breakthrough Science Society (BSS) President GS Padmakumar said the March for Science will not be restricted to BSS, all organisations, clubs and individuals who go by the manifesto of the march can join. The vice chairpersons of the Committee include Prof CP Aravindakshan, C Krishnavarier, GS Padmakumar and Prof Gireesh. "After organising this March for Science in major cities across the country on Aug 9, a delegation of scientists and faculty members from each state will submit a memorandum to the Governor of the respective state..