April 28, 2026 7:12 PM
Jitendra Singh lays foundation for Rs 75 crore new facility at Indian Institute of Astrophysics
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a ₹75 crore state-of-the-art additional building at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bengaluru, marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s capabilities in astronomy and space science. The upcoming seven-storey facility, with a built-up area of nearly one lakh square feet, is expected to serve as a key scientific hub, supporting advanced research, modern laboratories, classrooms, and conference inf...