Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (Gujcost) By Organizing public observation programs to observe this rare astronomical event
Gujarat Science City, Public observation programs will be held at all Regional Science Centers and Community Science Centers, Astronomy related workshops and special exhibitions
Gandhinagar, January 24: Shri Narendra Modi, the then Chief Minister of Gujarat and the current Prime Minister of India, started a separate science and technology department in the state for the purpose of creating interest in science in the public and especially the youth and students of the state. Today, under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, the science and technology department of the state has a scientific attitude among the youth and students., As well as the general public of the state is constantly working on important scientific events.
One such important and rare astronomical event next 24 and 25 January, The night of Gujarat will be created in the sky on 2025, While five of the eight planets moving around the sun will align in the same area, ie planetary parade (planetary parade) will be held. To witness this wonderful event as well as to deliver this astronomical event to the people of the state, Gujarat Council on Science and Technology operating under the Department of Science and Technology of Gujarat (Gujcost) Gujarat Science City, Regional Science Centers (Rscs) And Community Science Centers across the state (Cscs) A series of public observation programs (public observation programs) has been organized in collaboration with.
Planetary parade and its scientific importance
The planetary parade is held when, When multiple planets align in a single area of the sky, Which is visible from the earth. Mercury in the planetary parade that is set to be created on January 24-25, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn, These five planets would align into a beautiful spatial arc, This will create a beautiful scene in the sky. This alignment is a scene created by the relevant conditions in their orbit of the planets around the sun
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Such alignments of the planets held in space are very important in educational and scientifically. The motion of the planets of these events, The eclipse provides a unique opportunity to observe and learn about the vastness of our solar system. Such events encourage the public to be interested in astronomy, as well as promote scientific curiosity among students and spatial events.
The planetary parade is a reflection of the wonders in our universe. Behind organizing such an observation program GujcostThe aim is to raise curiosity among the youth and the general public, So that their understanding of celestial mechanics and the universe increases.
The programs to be held all over Gujarat
For people from all fields of life can enjoy this astronomical event GujcostIt has made a comprehensive arrangement. The following programs have been organized for this:
Ø Gujarat Science City, Ahmedabad: Live telescopic observation, Dialogue with experts (Expert talk)
Ø Regional Science Centers (Bhavnagar, Bhuj, Patan and Rajkot): Guided night sky inspection sessions, Interactive Astronomy Workshop and Special Exhibitions.
Ø Community Science Centers: Practical activities and exhibitions to explain the science behind planetary motion and celestial alignment
Students, These programs have been designed to develop a sense of scientific principles behind the planetary parades in teachers and ordinary as well as to develop curiosity about the wonders in our universe.
Instructions for observation of astronomical phenomena
1. Time: If the weather is convenient, The best time to see the planetary parade is from 7.00 to 10.00 pm at night.
2. Location: Choose a clean and dark sky space away from the city to see the best view.
3. Binoculars/Telescope: Thus the planets can be seen with a naked eye, But this experience can be better with the help of binoculars or telescopes to see Jupiter's satellites and Saturn rings.
4. Direction: Look at the west horizon after sunset for Mercury and Venus planet, When Mars, Jupiter and Saturn will look upwards.
5. Sky Apps: Use mobile astronomy apps to find out about the planets and their status.
This is an invaluable opportunity to witness a magnificent astronomical event and join the universe. Gujcost Each is invited to participate in observing programs and find the wonders in the solar system.