Shillong, Aug 24: National Space Day 2025 was celebrated in Meghalaya, including by the Department of Physics at the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) and Shillong Science Centre (SSC).
At USTM, a two-day programme featured competitive events, such as a scientific model competition on ‘Indian Space Missions: From Past to Future’, competition on ‘Bridging the Past and Future – Honouring Traditional Astronomy and Showcasing Modern Space Achievements’.
Both events witnessed participation from undergraduate and postgraduate students from science and engineering backgrounds.
On August 23, a workshop titled ‘Expanding Frontiers in Space Physics Research’ was organised with speeches by Murchana Khusroo, HP Jaishi, Enamul Karim, Madhurjya P Bora, the latter being Director of ISRO–GU RAC-S.
The SSC marked National Space Day with a week-long celebration from August 18 to 23.
Ninety-six students from three schools—Syndong Secondary Karhadem, Kynjoin Umran Presbyterian Upper Primary, and Ka Phan Nonglait Memorial—participated in interactive sessions and practical workshops. The programme covered topics such as the solar system, the role of the sun, auroras, and the Earth-Moon relationship, while also highlighting India’s space achievements, particularly the success of Chandrayaan-3.
Students learned about the Orbiter, Vikram Lander, and Pragyan Rover, and were briefed on ISRO’s upcoming missions, including the ambitious 2028 launch. Hands-on activities in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, AI, and Robotics further encouraged students to connect science with innovation.
The week concluded on August 23, aligning with the national observance of Space Day, reinforcing India’s growing leadership in space exploration and inspiring young minds in Meghalaya to pursue science and technology.
