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PM Narendra Modi inaugurates India's first LED dome planetarium in Mysuru
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🗓 14 Nov 2026, 03:38 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium in Karnataka, marking the launch of India's first LED dome planetarium.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over the inauguration of the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium in Mysuru, Karnataka, on Thursday. The facility is being hailed as India's first planetarium equipped with an LED dome, a technology that promises sharper and more immersive visual experiences for visitors.
The new planetarium is part of a broader push to enhance science outreach and education across the country. Officials said the LED dome will allow high‑definition projections of celestial bodies, enabling students and the general public to explore astronomy in a more engaging manner.
During the ceremony, the Prime Minister highlighted the role of such modern infrastructure in inspiring young minds to pursue careers in science and technology. The event was attended by state officials, educators and local dignitaries, who expressed optimism about the planetarium's potential to become a regional hub for scientific learning.
The COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium is expected to host regular shows, workshops and outreach programs, aiming to make astronomy accessible to a wider audience in the region.
The new planetarium is part of a broader push to enhance science outreach and education across the country. Officials said the LED dome will allow high‑definition projections of celestial bodies, enabling students and the general public to explore astronomy in a more engaging manner.
During the ceremony, the Prime Minister highlighted the role of such modern infrastructure in inspiring young minds to pursue careers in science and technology. The event was attended by state officials, educators and local dignitaries, who expressed optimism about the planetarium's potential to become a regional hub for scientific learning.
The COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium is expected to host regular shows, workshops and outreach programs, aiming to make astronomy accessible to a wider audience in the region.