800 Students from Northeast Visit ISRO Facilities in Bengaluru
A total of 800 science students from the eight Northeastern states of India are participating in visits to ISRO centres in Bengaluru this year under the North East Students’ Programme for Awareness, Reach, and Knowledge on Space (NE-SPARKS). This ambitious initiative, funded jointly by the Ministry of DoNER and State Governments, is designed to nurture curiosity and aspiration in space science, technology, and STEM fields.
About the NE-SPARKS Program
Each batch consists of 100 students from across the eight Northeastern states — Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.
The program began with the first batch visiting ISRO’s Bengaluru facilities in April 2025, with subsequent batches organized in June and July.
Students get a rare opportunity to tour high-tech ISRO installations including the Satellite Control Centre, Mission Operations Complex, and Indian Deep Space Network at Byalalu.
They also visit the U R Rao Satellite Centre and the Indian Space Science Exhibition, along with the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium.
Educational Impact
The visits include interactive sessions with ISRO scientists and engineers, enhancing students’ understanding of satellite operations, mission planning, and deep space exploration.
Exclusive footage of missions like Chandrayaan-3 is showcased, fueling enthusiasm and reinforcing India’s leadership in space technology.
The program aims to inspire students to pursue careers in astronomy, space research, and other STEM disciplines.
Government and ISRO Support
The initiative was launched following the encouragement of Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, who highlighted the need for exposure and opportunities for Northeastern youth in cutting-edge science.
NESAC (North Eastern Space Applications Centre), under ISRO, coordinates the program in close partnership with the Capacity Building Programme Office at ISRO Headquarters.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About NE Students’ Visit to ISRO Bengaluru
Q1: How many students are involved in the NE-SPARKS program?
A total of 800 students (100 from each of the eight Northeastern states) participate in batches throughout 2025.
Q2: What facilities do students visit at ISRO Bengaluru?
They tour the Satellite Control Centre, UR Rao Satellite Centre, Mission Operations Complex, ISRO Satellite Integration and Test Establishment, and the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium.
Q3: What is the main objective of these visits?
To create awareness about space science, inspire young minds, and encourage STEM careers.
Q4: Who supports and funds this program?
The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and State Governments jointly fund the initiative.
Q5: Are students able to interact with ISRO scientists?
Yes, the program includes guided tours and interactive sessions with scientists and engineers.
Q6: What kind of educational content is shared during the visits?
Students watch mission videos like Chandrayaan-3, learn about satellite technology, space missions, and participate in demonstrations.
Q7: How is the NE-SPARKS program executed?
NESAC is the nodal agency for coordination, working closely with ISRO’s Capacity Building Programme Office.
Published on: August 4, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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