Bengaluru, Karnataka: In an exciting move to spark curiosity in science among young minds, the Karnataka government announced the expansion of its Telescope Scheme to include additional government schools across the state. The initiative, originally piloted in select schools, has received positive feedback from both students and educators, encouraging the government to widen its reach.

Under the program, students will gain access to telescopes, star charts, and guided sessions with science educators, giving them the chance to observe planets, stars, and other celestial bodies firsthand. Beyond just looking through a telescope, the scheme emphasizes hands-on learning — encouraging students to record observations, ask questions, and engage in astronomy projects that complement their classroom curriculum.

Schools selected for the expansion will also receive training for teachers to effectively integrate astronomy into lessons, making science more interactive and enjoyable. Officials believe that exposure to such experiential learning at an early age can foster curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong interest in STEM subjects.

This initiative is part of Karnataka’s broader commitment to enhancing science education and encouraging students to explore subjects beyond the textbook. Parents and educators have welcomed the move, seeing it as an innovative step toward building a stronger foundation in STEM for the next generation.

How Students and Schools Can Participate:

• Check the official Department of Public Instruction, Karnataka website: https://dsek.kar.nic.in

• Schools selected for the scheme will be listed under the “Telescope Scheme” section, along with guidance on implementation.

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