Three-day Space Expo begins in Coimbatore
A three-day Space Expo, organized by ISRO's Propulsion Complex (IPRC) in association with Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, commenced in Coimbatore, India, as part of World Space Week 2026. The expo was inaugurated by local dignitaries and ISRO officials, who highlighted India's growing space power and ISRO's goal to send humans into space by 2028. Officials urged students to pursue careers in science and space technology.
Why it matters
This event showcases India's advancements in space technology and its commitment to fostering future talent in the sector, which is crucial for national development and global scientific contributions. It aims to inspire students towards STEM careers and strengthen India's position as a major space power.
Three-day Space Expo begins in Coimbatore left Coimbatore Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar and Sri Krishna Institutions chairperson and managing trustee S. Malarvizhi inaugurated the Space Expo in Coimbatore on Monday. SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/j41cl6/article71547623.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/IMG-1.jpg SPECIAL ARRAGEMENT Coimbatore Tamil Nadu 05/10/2026: Coimbatore Collector Pavankumar G. Giriyappanavar and Sri Krishna Institutions Chairperson and Managing Trustee S. Malarvizhi inaugurated the three-day Space Expo in Coimbatore on Monday. Photo: Special arrangement Coimbatore A three-day Space Expo organised by the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, in association with Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, began in Coimbatore on Monday as part of the World Space Week celebrations 2026. IPRC Director Narayanan Appu said ISRO was preparing to send humans into space by 2028. He said the space sector was witnessing rapid changes, with increasing demand for rocket launches and a growing role for private organisations.
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