Uttar Pradesh: Shweta Satte, Class 7 Student From Atal Residential School in Varanasi, Selected for ISRO Visit
In a remarkable achievement, Shweta Satte, a class 7 student from Atal Residential School in Karsada, Varanasi, has emerged as the school's topper and is now set to embark on a journey to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).
Varanasi, September 8: In a remarkable achievement, Shweta Satte, a class 7 student from Atal Residential School in Karsada, Varanasi, has emerged as the school's topper and is now set to embark on a journey to the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). She has been selected for an exclusive tour of ISRO, where she will have the opportunity to meet scientists and explore the mysteries of the universe.
This opportunity is part of the Utkrisht Atal programme’, a 15-day workshop held in May 2024, aimed at honing the skills and talents of students through exposure to modern technologies and space science. Principal Amarnath Rai of Atal Residential School expressed pride in Shweta's achievement, noting that the school’s initiatives are designed to provide students with a well-rounded education that includes both academic and technical skills. ISRO Successfully Launches Third and Final Developmental Flight of SSLV-D3-EOS8 Mission From Andhra Pradesh (Watch Video).
During the workshop, subject experts were invited to guide students in various competitions, including Space Art and Best Product Development. Shweta's selection for the ISRO visit was based on her outstanding performance in these activities.
The ‘Utkrisht Atal programme’ offers students hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and provides insights into India's space achievements. The program is part of a broader effort by Atal Residential School to ensure that students not only excel academically but are also equipped with the technical knowledge necessary to succeed in a rapidly advancing world. Gaganyaan Mission: ISRO and NASA Partner With US-Based Private Company Axiom Space To Send 1 Gaganyatri to International Space Station.
The Yogi government’s commitment to providing quality education to underprivileged children is being realised through the establishment of Atal Residential Schools at all mandals across Uttar Pradesh. In Varanasi, the Atal Residential School in Karsada is offering free education to children of construction workers, those who lost their families during the COVID-19 pandemic, and those eligible under Chief Minister Bal Seva Yojana.
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