National Space Day Celebration at Apeejay Stya University

Apeejay Stya University celebrated National Space Day with a series of engaging and educational events on the 23rd of August, 2024. The day began at 9:30 AM with an overview of National Space Day, presented by the emcee, Ms. Kajal Shukla from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication (SJMC).

Following the overview, the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Vijay Vir Singh, delivered an inspiring address that set the tone for the day, emphasizing the significance of space exploration and its impact on science and technology. Prof. Vijay Vir Singh also shared insights into the pioneering efforts of Indian space scientists, recounting how they embarked on India’s space journey and established the nation’s space centers. Through these narratives, he highlighted the challenges they overcame and the significant milestones they achieved, inspiring the audience with their dedication and vision in advancing India’s space program.

After the inspiring address of Prof. Singh The first competition of the day was an Elocution Competition, organized by the School of Legal Studies and coordinated by Dr. Neha Sharma and Ms. Nandini, showcasing the oratory skills of students as they spoke on various space-related topics.

Next, a Quiz Competition was coordinated by the School of Management Sciences, with Ms. Neha Thakur and Ms. Shraddha Agarwal leading the event. The quiz tested students’ knowledge of space science and exploration, making for an exciting and competitive session.

After a lunch break, the program resumed at 2:00 PM with two simultaneous competitions: an Essay Writing Competition, organized by the School of Behavioural Sciences under the coordination of Dr. Nidhi Purohit, and a Poster Making Competition, conducted by the School of Design & Visual Arts, coordinated by Dr. Sangeeta Taneja.

Screenings and documentaries on space were showcased by the School of Journalism & Mass Communication, coordinated by Mr. Avijit. These visual presentations offered insights into space exploration and its future prospects.

The day concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, where Prof. Sanjay Ahirwal, Dean Students’ Welfare, and Dr. Sonam Raheja, Chief Coordinator awarded the winners of the various competitions. The celebration wrapped up with a vote of thanks by Prof. Sanjay Ahirwal marking the successful conclusion of the National Space Day events.

The entire program was expertly coordinated by Dr. Sonam Raheja, Associate Professor from the School of Engineering and Technology, ensuring a seamless and educational experience for all participants.