SRINAGAR: The Union Ministry of Education (MoE) has approved the establishment of Astrophysics (Aghaaz) laboratories in 376 government schools across Jammu and Kashmir.
According to details available with the news agency KNO, two schools in each zone have been selected for the establishment of such labs during the current financial year.
As per the details from the Directorate of Samagra Shiksha J&K, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed with IIT Kanpur for the establishment of these labs.
“The process for this has already started, and these innovative Astrophysics laboratories will be made functional by August 2023,” reads an official communication.
The CEOs have been asked to instruct the concerned heads of the schools selected for the establishment of Astrophysics laboratory to coordinate with IIT teams and facilitate them with all the requirements, including one spacious room where such a laboratory will be established.
“Two such model labs, one each in Srinagar and Jammu, have already been established and inaugurated by the Principal Secretary of the School Education Department,” it reads.
It further adds that these laboratories will increase interest in astronomy among students. “With the help of telescopes, students can admire the beauty of the moon, sky, and other astronomical bodies.”
Meanwhile, an official said that these labs are equipped with smart TVs, telescopes, and all other necessary equipment. (KNO)
