IIT Kanpur to Inspire Young Minds Through Astronomy & Science Clubs in Government Schools

IIT Kanpur will guide government schools in establishing Astronomy and Science Clubs to foster scientific curiosity and learning among students.

IIT Kanpur to Inspire Young Minds Through Astronomy & Science Clubs

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur’s Department of Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering, in collaboration with the Ranjit Singh Rozi Shiksha Kendra (RSK), is set to launch Astronomy & Science Clubs in government schools across the state. This initiative aims to ignite curiosity in science and space exploration among students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to pursue these dynamic fields.

Dr. Tejpreet Kaur, Institute Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of SPASE, IIT Kanpur, highlighted the importance of astronomy in broadening students’ understanding of the universe. She remarked, “Astronomy is not simply about observing stars, but about comprehending our place within the vast expanse of the universe.”

Assistant Project Managers Jayent Kumar, Yogesh Kumar, and Shubhi Shukla demonstrated various hands-on experiments from the kits, showcasing the power of experiential learning in simplifying complex scientific concepts for students. Prof. Sandeep Sangal, Principal Investigator of the RSK project, highlighted its dual mission—offering high-quality, free education to children while equipping rural youth with essential employable skills.

The State Bank of India (SBI) has provided CSR funding to support the establishment of Astronomy and Science Clubs in the first 10 government schools. During the inaugural ceremony, Deepak Kumar Dey, Chief General Manager of SBI, expressed his strong support for the initiative, stating, "The launch of the Astronomy and Science Kit Club at Ranjit Singh Rozi Shiksha Kendra represents a pivotal moment in fostering a genuine interest in science. By partnering with IIT Kanpur, we aim to inspire young minds and create a lasting impact on the value of their education."

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