Nashik: In a major educational initiative, 26 meritorious students from municipal schools in the city have embarked on a special visit to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru, marking the beginning of a unique science exposure programme. The campaign, titled ‘Municipal Students’ Flight: To the Abode of ISRO’, has been launched by the Education Department of the Nashik Municipal Corporation.
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The selected students departed by air, making it a historic and inspiring moment, especially for those experiencing air travel for the first time. A special send-off ceremony was organised at the Municipal Headquarters to encourage the students and extend best wishes for their journey.
Speaking at the event, Mayor Himgouri Aher-Adke said Nashik, known as the ‘Cradle of Culture’ and an industrial hub, is now set to make its mark in the field of space science through its young talent. She said the initiative will not only enhance the students’ knowledge but also bring pride to the city.
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The selection of students for this programme was carried out through a transparent and structured process. The initiative was conceptualised after a special workshop for teachers held on November 14, 2025. More than 1,184 students from municipal schools registered for the programme, showing strong interest.
A written examination was conducted on December 1, 2025, across 14 centres in the city. Based on the results, 101 students were shortlisted for interviews. After a rigorous interview process held in January 2026, a final group of 26 students from classes 7 to 9 was selected purely on merit.
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The initiative is being seen as a significant step towards promoting scientific curiosity and providing equal opportunities to students from municipal schools, giving them exposure to institutions of national importance like ISRO.