Patna: Patna Planetarium has introduced a new way to explore the universe with the inauguration of a virtual reality (VR) theatre by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The theatre allows visitors to experience the world of stars, planets, and galaxies in a fully immersive way. Children, students, and science enthusiasts can now enjoy learning about astronomy in a fun and interactive environment.
During the event on Saturday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also inaugurated several other projects under the Science and Technology Department. These included the construction of an Astro Park, a travelling science exhibition bus service, an internship portal for students, and a new observatory dome. All these projects aim to make science and technology more accessible and interesting for young people.
In addition to these, CM Nitish launched an M.Tech. level geo-informatics course at the Bihar Remote Sensing Applications Center in Patna. This course is designed to help students and researchers develop skills in advanced science and technology, particularly in studying and understanding the Earth using satellite data.
Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Science and Technology, Sumit Kumar Singh, was also present at the event. Officials from the department said that the VR theatre and Astro Park, in particular, will inspire children and youth to take an interest in astronomy. These initiatives are part of the state government’s effort to provide students and researchers with new opportunities to explore science and technology.
