Living Root Bridge
East Khasi Hills
The "Living Root Bridges of Meghalaya" a man-made marvel of the people
Kynrem Falls
East Khasi Hills
The Kynrem Falls is a three-tiered waterfall, with water falling from a height of 305 metres. The fall spreads out in two different streams or rivulets with each of them gaining momentum by getting merged while flowing down the last leg of the third tier.
Nohkalikai Falls
East Khasi Hills
On the edge of the plateau, marvel at the tallest plunge waterfall in India, and learn about the tragic legend that accompanies it
Umiam Lake
Ri Bhoi
A tranquil lake at the entrance of Shillong town, a place for watery adventures and relaxing boat rides, a treasure for bird watchers and those who enjoy dramatic scenery
Krangshuri Falls
West Jaintia Hills
A magical waterfall straight out of Kipling’s pages - turquoise water, large rocks, and magnificent viewpoints
Dawki - Shnongdeng
West Jaintia Hills
The crystal clear waters of the Umngot River, the lush landscapes, the rustic lifestyles, and the riverine beaches are the main highlights of Dawki and Shnongpdeng. Adjacent locations at the foot of Meghalaya’s mighty southern ranges.

National Space Science Symposium 2026

23 - 27 FEBRUARY 2026, NESAC
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THE SYMPOSIUM NSSS2026

The National Space Science Symposium 2026, will conduct six parallel scientific sessions on different themes of space science and technology including an exclusive students' session to foster young minds. The public lectures, plenary and interdisciplinary lectures, and invited talks will be delivered by experts and professionals in the field. The poster sessions will be conducted over four days providing a platform for early-career researchers to engage in methodical and in-depth discussions.

PS6 Student Session

Venue: TBD

Parallel Session-6 (PS-6) is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of space scientists and technologists by providing a national platform for students—primarily at the graduate and postgraduate levels—to showcase their scientific research and developmental work in space science and technology. With the objective of enhancing student contributions to space research, this session aims to expand the scientific utilization of data from India’s space exploration missions while fostering a vibrant ecosystem that encourages active academic engagement. As part of this initiative, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has been conducting the annual Space Science and Technology AwaReness Training (START) program since 2023. PS-6 will offer an exclusive opportunity for the top performers of START 2024 and 2025, along with a select group of students from academic institutions in the North Eastern region of India and from across the country, to present their research outcomes, interact with senior scientists, and attend high-level plenary lectures. The session will also feature invited talks by eminent space scientists on contemporary themes such as human space exploration, space stations and extraterrestrial habitats, next-generation missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond, interdisciplinary studies at the interface of space, life, and Earth sciences, and the transition from Earth observation to interplanetary missions that are shaping the future of space science.

Chairperson

Dr. Praveen Kumar K

SPO
Convener

Dr. Harish Karnatak

IIRS
Co-Convener

Shri Himanshu Pandey

ISTRAC
Rapporteur

Ms. Prapti Mittal

ISTRAC
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For Northeast Students
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Regional Outreach Program on “Igniting Young Minds Through Science & Space”

As a prelude to the National Space Science Symposium (NSSS) 2026, which will be held in Shillong from 23–27 February 2026, a Regional Outreach Programme is being organized across all the states of the North Eastern Region of India. The program aims to foster awareness and enthusiasm for space science among students in the region. The initiative will feature one-day outreach events in each state, including public lectures by renowned scientists, interactive sessions, demonstrations, and student competitions.

Eligibility:
Students currently pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate courses in any engineering or science discipline in institutes located in the North Eastern Region of India are eligible to participate.
Competitions:
There are two categories of competitions. The first is Showcase your Research, where participants need to submit an abstract of their research or work within 500–1000 words in Space Science, preferably using Indian-origin data. Shortlisted students will make a presentation in person or online during the event at the nearest venue. The second is Idea Submission, where students can submit their innovative ideas in Space Science, covering topics such as data utilization, theory, instrumentation, models, or future space missions, also within 500–1000 words.
Outreach Venues:
The program will be held at NIT Itanagar, NEHU Shillong, Gauhati University Guwahati, Dibrugarh University Dibrugarh, Mizoram University Aizwal, Manipur University Imphal, Nagaland University Kohima, Sikkim University Gangtok, and Tripura University Agartala.
Important Dates:
The last date for submission is 30 September 2025. Entries should be submitted via email to ropnsss2026@gmail.com.

For queries, participants can contact Dr. Arup Borgohain (Mobile: +91 9436334562).

Format for submission
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Awards:
The top 30 students with the best research presentations and innovative ideas will be sponsored to attend NSSS 2026 in Shillong, where they will get the opportunity to showcase their creativity and scientific potential at the national platform.

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