Bengaluru, 18 October 2025: The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Faculty of Engineering and Technology, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), successfully organised a high-level industrial visit to the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) – ISRO on Saturday, 4th October 2025. The visit was held in conjunction with the global World Space Week 2025 celebrations, offering students a critical exposure to India's leading space research facility.

The educational visit involved 55 students from the III Year (5th Semester) ECE programme, accompanied by faculty coordinators Prof. Chaluvaraju P. P. and Prof. Pramod R. The initiative was specifically designed to complement the students' ongoing 'Satellite Communication' course, bridging core theoretical knowledge with tangible, practical applications in space research and development.

The primary purpose of the visit was to provide students with an immersive understanding of contemporary satellite technology, mission systems, and future human space exploration concepts. Key highlights of the day included:

• Expert Session on Space Habitats: Shri M. Sankaran, Director of URSC, delivered a profoundly insightful session titled “Building Habitats in Space and Sustaining Human Life.” He covered crucial topics such as radiation protection, site selection methodologies, in-situ resource utilisation, and the engineering of closed-loop life support systems essential for long-duration human missions.
• The Role of Astronomy in Space Exploration: Dr. G. C. Anupama, Senior Scientist at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), highlighted the fundamental and vital role of astronomy. Her session focused on how astronomical research informs the understanding of cosmic environments, aids in deep-space navigation, guides resource identification, and influences the design of sustainable extraterrestrial habitats.
• HAM Radio Workshop: Students engaged in a practical HAM Radio session, exploring the fundamentals of amateur radio communication, frequency management, and antenna operations—principles integral to wireless and satellite communication systems.
• World Space Week Exhibition: Participants toured a comprehensive space exhibition showcasing the evolution of India’s satellite missions, launch vehicles, payload systems, and remote sensing technologies, offering an interactive learning experience on the nation's past, present, and future contributions to space.

Commenting on the success of the visit, Prof. Chaluvaraju P. P., Faculty Coordinator, Department of ECE, stated: "This industrial visit transcends the typical classroom experience. Providing our students with direct access to URSC not only consolidates their understanding of Satellite Communication principles but, more significantly, ignites their passion. Witnessing the scale of ISRO's ambitions, especially during World Space Week, truly inspires the next generation of engineers to become active contributors to India's space exploration future."

The industrial visit proved to be a significant academic milestone, enriching the educational trajectory of the participating students and aligning the university’s curriculum with current industry advancements. Coinciding with the official World Space Week 2025 Inauguration Ceremony, the students were exposed to a unique confluence of academic learning and national technological aspiration. The Department of ECE extends its sincere gratitude to the U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) ISRO for facilitating this invaluable opportunity.