The NISER Astronomy Club in collaboration with Nakshatra, the astronomy society of IIT Bhubaneswar, organized a live astronomy session here.
The aim was to facilitate observation of the transit of the International Space Station (ISS) in front of the moon which is a rare event successfully captured through one of the five telescopes having an aperture of 11" as the ISS was passing through Jatni skies. The station was also viewed through the four other telescopes.
IIT Bhubaneswar Director Prof RV Rajakumar said, “Observing through a telescope is an experience that gives a first hand and closer view of the sky and the universe. The station was also viewed through four other telescopes. I am sure it is going to be informative and knowledgeable session for NISER and IIT students. We look forward to having more of these in coming times and advised the students of IIT and NISER to collaborate.â€
