Best example of US-India partnership: Bill Nelson..!?
The program was jointly organized by the US government and VITM with the aim of inculcating the spirit of curiosity and discovery among the students. Speaking on the occasion, Bill Nelson said, “Students around the world are eager to delve into the sciences and technologies that are preparing them to be future explorers and take mankind to new heights. On hitherto untrodden ground. They are going to solve many secrets of the world,” he said. “It is a great honor to come to Bangalore. Here, together with nasa and isro, Artemis members will work together on new possibilities that will benefit both countries and the entire world."
Apart from this, the upcoming joint NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission of the two countries is scheduled for launch in 2024. It is a demonstration of how US-India collaboration in the space sector can benefit everyone in the world. Naysar's data will not only help in efficient management of natural resources and protection from natural disasters worldwide, but will also provide scientists with more information about the pace of climate change and its effects, he said.
ISRO Scientific Secretary Shantanu Bhatavdekar, who recalled the long cooperation between isro and nasa, said that the cooperation between the two organizations continues in space travel. He said that we are waiting for the data provided by Naisar in the next few days.
Interacting with the students, indian astronaut Rakesh Sharma said after signing the Artemis contract, "I look forward to data-aligning India's cultural values with NASA's guiding principle of "for the benefit of all" as we engage in collaborative efforts." students from diverse backgrounds, Class 8 to 10 students learned about nasa Administrator and Astronaut Rakesh Sharma's journey, developments in space exploration, and opportunities for aspiring scientists and engineers.
VITM director K.A. Sadhana welcomed the guests and samantha Jackson, Spokesperson of Consulate chennai, thanked the dignitaries for inspiring young minds with their time and knowledge. chennai Consular Spokesperson's office organized an interaction with students, media interaction as part of NASA-ISRO Space Diplomacy.