Planetarium to get observatory dome, telescope
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The project, estimated at Rs 99 lakh, is set to be executed through the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), Kolkata, an autonomous body under the Union ministry of culture.
The initiative has been proposed by the Bihar Council on Science and Technology and also includes a consultation fee of Rs 14 lakh. The NCSM had earlier supplied a telescope to the planetarium.
Calling the project a significant step towards nurturing scientific curiosity, Choudhary said, "This is an important initiative by the state government aimed at fostering scientific thinking and research aptitude among the youth of the state."
He added that the modernisation of the planetarium would not only raise scientific awareness among the general public, particularly young people, but also deepen the interest of science students in astronomy.
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