As the Antariksh Club, the Astronomy Club of Vishwakarma Institutes, we are thrilled to share the success and impact of our recent Invited Talk event featuring the renowned former Group Director of ISRO, Mr. Suresh Naik Sir. Held on 21st July 2023 at the Sharad Arena, Auditorium of Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT), Pune, the event left an indelible mark on all attendees, inspiring a deeper appreciation for space exploration and scientific pursuits.
The Invited Talk was organized in collaboration with the Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering as a part of the Faculty Development Programme at VIT. The event attracted 100 esteemed faculty members from Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT) and more than 200 enthusiastic students from Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT) and Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology (VIIT), Pune.
Mr. Suresh Naik Sir, an iconic figure in the space research community, graced the occasion with his presence. The event commenced with a warm felicitation of Mr. Naik by the Head of Multidisciplinary Department, Prof. (Dr.) Shilpa Lambor, and esteemed Deans of VIT, Prof. (Dr.) Mukund Kulkarni (Dean of Administration), Prof. (Dr.) Ashutosh Marathe (Dean of Academics), and Prof. (Dr.) Ganesh Dongre (Dean of Research).
During his captivating lecture, Mr. Suresh Naik Sir took the audience on an enthralling journey through the technical aspects of rocket designing, the incredible Chandrayaan missions, and the groundbreaking discovery of water on the Moon. He shared valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of the Chandrayaan-2 mission and enlightened the audience on the advancements and preparations for Chandrayaan-3. Mr. Naik's profound knowledge and engaging presentation style kept the entire audience inspired and informed.
The interactive session was a highlight of the event, as students and faculty members eagerly posed questions to Mr. Suresh Naik Sir. The queries ranged from India's journey in the global Space Race to the country's future Space policies. Mr. Naik graciously addressed each question, providing valuable insights into the nation's space exploration endeavors.
As members of the Antariksh Club, we had dedicated interaction session with Mr. Suresh Naik Sir. During this session, we delved into diverse topics related to Observational and Practical Astronomy, Space Sciences, and Space Technology. His guidance and encouragement served as a beacon of inspiration for our aspiring young minds in the club.
The event would not have been possible without the unwavering support and guidance of our esteemed mentors, Prof. Dr. Shripad Bhatlawande Sir, Mr. Jameer Manur Sir, and Prof. Dr. Shital Pawar Madam. Their insights were instrumental in managing the event successfully. We express our heartfelt gratitude to the Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering at VIT for supporting and organizing the Faculty Development Programme, which included this enlightening Invited Talk. We are immensely thankful to Mr. Suresh Naik Sir for gracing the event with his presence and sharing his profound knowledge and experiences.
In conclusion, the Invited Talk event by the Antariksh Club was a grand success, attracting a significant number of students and faculty members from Vishwakarma Institutes. Mr. Suresh Naik's captivating lecture and interactive session left a lasting impact on all attendees, fostering a deeper appreciation for space exploration and scientific pursuits. The event stands as a testament to our commitment to promoting scientific awareness and nurturing the curiosity of young minds in the field of astronomy and space technology.
Questions by audience:
Technical understanding of Indian Launch Vehicles, and how they differ from American or Russian Launch Vehicles.
Chandrayaan-1 (2008) mission and its video
Chandrayaan-2 (2019) mission, its technical about Orbiter, Lander and Rover
15 minutes of terror for Chandrayaan-2… (partial success)
Technicals of Chandrayaan-3, its advancements, features, etc…
Questions by audience:
Career of Engineers in Astronomy.
Can Areonautical Engineers work only in Sky and Space Domains ? or do they have qualification of working underwater and underground.
What is India’s stand on signing the Artemis Accord?
Why is the South Pole chosen to land the Vikram Lander?
Why is only soft landing been seen over and over on moon’s surface?
Will Vyomnauts (Indian Astronauts) be able to go to ISS (International Space Station)
Views of Scientists leaving International Space Centres and returning to India.
Satellite Engineering and Space Debris.
Observational Astronomy and Astrophysics.
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