The Astronomy club associated with Department of Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, MVJ College of Engineering organized an industrial visit to the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), a significant astronomy related facility operated by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) on 02nd March 2025. The visit aimed to introduce 50 astronomy club students from aeronautical, aerospace, computer science, and electronics communication engineering along with Dr. Manikandan P to the field of astronomy/astrophysics and its importance in space research. The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) is a premier research institute in India dedicated to the study of astrophysics, astronomy, and related areas. The industrial visit provided an insightful experience into the vast field of astrophysical research, cutting-edge technology, and experimental methodologies. Students had the opportunity to explore the institute’s state-of-the-art facilities, ongoing research, and hands-on demonstrations that are integral to the advancements in Indian astronomy and astrophysics.
