Govt. may establish labs in varsities to train students for space sector

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Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh. File

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu

Union Minister Jitendra Singh reviewed plans to set up space laboratories in universities and colleges across India on Sunday (April 26, 2026), according to a statement released in New Delhi.

The initiative involves establishing seven such labs, which will provide students with hands-on exposure to satellite systems, rocketry, and mission design.

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