Karnataka plans wider rollout of telescope scheme to govt schools
Published on: Dec. 4, 2025, 4:19 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
No other government department in the country has implemented such a large-scale initiative, he said.Underscoring the need to cultivate scientific temper, rational thinking, and curiosity among students, in an era driven by knowledge and innovation, he further said, multiple initiatives are being rolled out statewide to strengthen science education.The minister said, training sessions are being held in phases to ensure KRIES teachers can properly operate, maintain, and integrate telescopes into classroom learning.The hands-on workshop is expected to inspire a deeper interest in astronomy among students, he said.At the event, Boseraju also unveiled the 2026 Astronomical Calendar, developed by the department.
