Digha Science Centre is one of satellite units of the Birla Industrial and Technological Museum functioning under the aegis of the National Council of Science Museums, Ministry of Culture, Government of India. The centre was built by the Government of India to propagate knowledge of science and technology to tourists, the rural community, and students through exhibits of various conceptual teaks and technological prototypes, as well as versions of science education or awareness activities. Apart from beaches, Digha Science Centre became the centre of attraction in Digha to the tourist and student community since the inception of the centre on 31st August, 1997.