SMP, Kolkata Observes National Space Day with Grand Celebration Honouring India’s Space Triumphs, 26.8.24

On August 23, 2024 (last Friday), Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP), Kolkata, under the leadership of Chairman, Shri Rathendra Raman, commemorated National Space Day – 2024, following the directive from the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, with a grand celebration of India’s space achievements. The event was held at both the Kolkata Dock System and Haldia Dock Complex of SMP, Kolkata.

At the Kolkata Dock System, the programme featured an inspiring public lecture by Prof. S. K. Chakrabarti, Director of the Indian Centre for Space Physics, Kolkata, on “The Future of Space Programmes,” highlighting the historic success of Chandrayaan-3. The celebration was further supported by Deputy Chairman, Samrat Rahi and key officials of KDS.

Simultaneously, the Haldia Dock Complex hosted a space-themed painting competition that saw enthusiastic participation from young and creative minds from Assembly of God Church School, DAV School and Vivekananda Mission School. Their artwork vividly captured the excitement and wonder of the cosmos, reflecting their passion for India’s burgeoning space exploration endeavors.

Shri Raman, said, such a celebration not only honour India’s space achievements but also ignite curiosity and creativity among the next generation and young space enthusiasts.