The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday inaugurated its first-ever Space Lab, specially designed for government school students. The lab was unveiled at Government Higher Secondary School Boys Kishtwar and was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Dr. Devansh Yadav IAS.
The Space Lab, developed under the ISRO space tutor programme by Vyomika Space Academy and funded by the Directorate of Education Jammu, is equipped with high-tech telescopes, ISRO Rocket and Satellite demonstration models, drones, and air crafts. It will enable students to explore the wonders of the cosmos and notable space missions from ISRO.
During an interactive session, CEO Vyomika Space Academy, Govind Yadav, provided Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar with detailed insights into the lab’s functionality and its potential to inspire and enhance students’ knowledge of Space, Science and technology.
Dr. Devansh Yadav, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, encouraged students to make the best use of this remarkable space lab. He emphasized that it would not only foster a deeper understanding of space but also inspire students to consider careers in space sciences.
Students from the 6th to 12th standard in government schools will have the opportunity to receive skill development training sessions from the lab’s cutting-edge equipment.
In a further testament to its commitment to promoting space education, the Vyomika Space Academy will host a state-level inter-school Hydro Rocket and Astronomy Workshop on October 15, 2023, in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam. Students from various schools are encouraged to participate and expand their knowledge in these captivating fields.
The Space Lab inauguration marks a significant milestone in Jammu and Kashmir’s educational landscape, fostering scientific curiosity and innovation among the region’s young minds.
The Chenab Times News Desk