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Analogue astronaut Jahnavi Dangeti meets Pawan Kalyan, shares her achievements
Analogue astronaut Jahnavi Dangeti meets Pawan Kalyan, shares her achievements

The Hindu

time26-06-2025

  • Science
  • The Hindu

Analogue astronaut Jahnavi Dangeti meets Pawan Kalyan, shares her achievements

Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Science and Technology K. Pawan Kalyan on Thursday congratulated analogue astronaut, Jahnavi Dangeti, 23, for being selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) for the space mission of Titan Space Industries, a U.S.-based private agency. Ms. Jahnavi is a native of Palakollu, in West Godavari district. On Thursday, Ms. Jahnavi shared her achievements with Mr. Pawan Kalyan and Union Minister of Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat during the inauguration of the Regional Science Centre in Rajamahendravaram City. According to an official release, Mr. Pawan Kalyan inquired about the ASCAN programme. Ms. Jahnavi is also expected to meet Mr. Pawan Kalyan to share her dreams and achievements.

Andhra girl named astronaut candidate for Titans Space programme in US
Andhra girl named astronaut candidate for Titans Space programme in US

Business Standard

time24-06-2025

  • Science
  • Business Standard

Andhra girl named astronaut candidate for Titans Space programme in US

A 23-year-old woman from Andhra Pradesh has been selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) for Titans Space in the US, potentially paving the way for her to travel to space. In a social media post, Dangeti Jahnavi, a native of Palakollu town in West Godavari district, announced that she had been selected as an ASCAN for Titans Space's inaugural class of 2025. 'I'm going to space… I'm incredibly honoured and excited to announce that I have been officially selected as an Astronaut Candidate for Titans Space-Inaugural Class of 2025,' Jahnavi wrote. She added that the inaugural mission, scheduled for 2029, will be a Titans Space orbital flight lasting five hours, including three hours of sustained zero gravity. Meanwhile, YSRCP chief Jagan Mohan Reddy on Tuesday congratulated Jahnavi on her selection for the Titans Space programme. 'Heartiest congratulations to Jahnavi on being selected as an Astronaut Candidate for Titans Space's ASCAN programme, for a mission slated for launch in 2029,' Reddy wrote on 'X'. 'Your brilliance makes every Indian and every Andhra person proud,' he added, wishing her continued success as she inspires others to dream big. IT Minister Nara Lokesh also congratulated Jahnavi, calling her journey from West Godavari to NASA's international air and space programme "a testament to the talent and determination of young Indians."

Who is Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old space scientist from Andhra Pradesh, selected for the 2029 space mission?
Who is Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old space scientist from Andhra Pradesh, selected for the 2029 space mission?

Mint

time24-06-2025

  • Science
  • Mint

Who is Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old space scientist from Andhra Pradesh, selected for the 2029 space mission?

Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old space enthusiast from the Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, has been chosen as an astronaut candidate for the 2029 space mission of US-based private space research agency Titan Space Industries (TSI). Her selection for the 2029 space flight is a testament to the rising contribution from the people of Indian origin to global space missions. 'We can confirm that Jahnavi is selected as a member of our new ASCAN (astronaut candidate) cohort,' the TSI told The Hindu via email. 'Over the next three years, starting from 2026, I will undergo intensive astronaut training through Titan Space's ASCAN programme, which includes flight simulation, spacecraft procedures, survival training, medical and psychological evolutions,' Jahnavi said on her Instagram page. 'The Titans Space Orbital flight will last five hours, offering a uniquely transformative environment for scientific research and human spaceflight advancement,' Jahnavi added. The TSI's space mission will be led by veteran National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) astronaut Colonel (Retd.) William Mc. Arthur Jr. as the Chief Astronaut of the Titan's Space Mission. In a post on social media platform X, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Union Minister of Civil Aviation, said: 'Congratulations to Dangeti Jahnavi from Palakollu, West Godavari, on being selected as an astronaut and becoming the first Indian to complete NASA's International Air & Space Programme.' 'Her success is a beacon of hope and ambition for young Indians everywhere. She will soon embark on a groundbreaking mission to Titan's orbital port space station. A proud moment for all of us,' Kinjarapu added. Jahnavi completed her schooling in her hometown, Godavari district. Then, she joined Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Punjab to pursue a Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Her parents, Padmasri and Srinivas, live in Kuwait. In 2022, Jahnavi became the youngest foreign Analogue Astronaut and the first Indian from the Analogue Astronaut Training Centre (AATC) Kraków in southern Poland. Jahnavi's scientific achievements include working in the International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC), a program sponsored by NASA and other international agencies. She also worked on an asteroid discovery programme through the Pan-STARRS telescope in Hawaii, using real-time astronomical data. Her achievements have earned her multiple laurels, including the People's Choice Award at the NASA Space Apps Challenge and the Young Achiever Award at ISRO's World Space Week celebrations.

Breaking Barriers: Meet Jahnavi Dangeti, The 23-Year-Old To Become First Indian Woman On Titans Space Mission
Breaking Barriers: Meet Jahnavi Dangeti, The 23-Year-Old To Become First Indian Woman On Titans Space Mission

India.com

time24-06-2025

  • Science
  • India.com

Breaking Barriers: Meet Jahnavi Dangeti, The 23-Year-Old To Become First Indian Woman On Titans Space Mission

photoDetails english 2921419 Updated:Jun 24, 2025, 05:01 PM IST Analog Astronaut Jahnavi Dangeti 1 / 7 Chasing moon dreams with unwavering passion, 23-year-old Jahnavi Dangeti is gearing up for a space journey as part of the Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) program by Titans Space. Her stellar journey began at just 16, marking the start of a path destined for greatness. Hailed as India's pioneering Analog Astronaut, Jahnavi continues to shatter boundaries and reach for the stars. Here's a look into her extraordinary journey. Meet Jahnavi Dangeti 2 / 7 Dangeti Jahnavi, India's trailblazing Analog Astronaut from Palakollu, Andhra Pradesh, made history as the first Indian to complete NASA's prestigious International Air and Space Program. Now, she's set for her biggest leap yet a spaceflight in 2029 as part of Titans Space's first-ever orbital mission. Yes, you read that right! Her interest with space began in childhood, sparked by her grandmother's bedtime stories about the cosmos. Educational Qualification 3 / 7 A graduate in Electronics and Communication Engineering and the president of Esro Magica, Jahnavi Dangeti is now set to soar even higher — she's been selected for Titans Space's upcoming five-hour orbital flight. Her space journey began back in 2019, when at just 16, she was chosen among 2,000 participants during ISRO's World Space Week. That moment marked the beginning of her incredible voyage into the world of space exploration. Jahnavi's Official Annoucement 4 / 7 For the unverse, Dangeti has been known for her active engagement in the shield of STEM and space research. She has trained in zero gravity, high altitude missions, space suite operations and planetary simulations. Taking to the Instagram and announcing it officially, Jahnavi wrote, 'I'm incredibly honored and excited to announce that I have been officially selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) for Titans Space – Inaugural Class of 2025.' Intensive Astronaut Training 5 / 7 Over the next three years starting in 2026, Jahnavi will undergo intensive astronaut training through Titans Space's ASCAN program. This includes spacecraft systems, flight simulation (zero-g flights), spacecraft procedures, survival training, medical evaluations, and psychological assessments. According to Dangeti, The program is designed to prepare them physically, mentally, and technically for the demands of human spaceflight and scientific research in microgravity. All About The Mission 6 / 7 Jahnavi has been selected to travel in a Titans Space orbital flight that will last five hours. It will offer a uniquely transformative environment for scientific research and human spaceflight advancement. The mission will be led by veteran NASA astronaut and retired U.S. Army Colonel William McArthur Jr., who now serves as Chief Astronaut for Titans Space. The inaugural mission has been set for 2029, featuring 3 hours of sustained zero gravity. During the mission, the members will orbit the Earth twice and witness two sunrises and two sunsets. Jahnavi Dangeti Express Gratitude 7 / 7 Jahnavi shared her excitement on Instagram, expressing heartfelt gratitude for this major milestone. She wrote, 'Thank you, Titans Space, for this extraordinary milestone. I'm proud to represent my roots and the incredible young dreamers I've met over the years this mission is for all of us who look up and imagine the impossible.'

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