Neyveli, Tamil Nadu | June 2025: In a visionary step to empower rural youth with emerging scientific skills, Mr. Velmurugan, Hon’ble Member of Legislative Assembly, Tamil Nadu, has fully sponsored 150 students from Neyveli to undergo specialized training in satellite and rocket technology.
The program was conducted by Space Zone India, the organization that proudly launched India’s first hybrid rocket for educational purposes. Their expertise in aerospace education and hands-on training has impacted thousands of students across the nation.
This fully-funded initiative covered the students’ complete learning journey, including hands-on sessions, satellite integration modules, and exposure to real-world rocket technology.
Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Velmurugan stated:
“Learning science in one’s mother tongue enhances clarity, confidence, and creativity. This training in Tamil ensures that our students not only understand but innovate.”
The training was delivered entirely in Tamil, reinforcing Mr. Velmurugan’s belief that education in the mother tongue is essential for deep learning and inclusive growth.
This collaboration between a people-centric leader and a pioneering space-tech company has not only brought cutting-edge knowledge to rural students but has also laid the foundation for Tamil Nadu’s youth to participate in India’s growing space sector.