Agastya's Sandesh - April 2026
- Jashwanth HT
- Apr 7
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 13
A New Space to Look Up and Wonder
The Akasha Astronomical Observatory was inaugurated at Agastya Campus Creativity Lab, Gudivanka, Andhra Pradesh, on 21st March 2026. The inauguration was held in the presence of Dr. M. A. Ramaswamy and his family, along with Phani Tangirala and his team
Set under clear, unpolluted skies of the Campus, the observatory is equipped with advanced telescopes and a fully functional dome that allows children to observe planets, nebulae, and distant galaxies in remarkable detail. It opens up space not just as a concept but as something they can see, question, and explore, turning curiosity into a hands-on learning experience that stays with them long after the night sky fades. The endeavor has been made possible through the generous support of the family of Dr. M. A. Ramaswamy and Expleo Solutions Limited.
A Shared Win for Sustainability
Agastya is honored to receive the Karnataka Excellence Award for Transformational Impact in Plastic Waste Management at the Karnataka Awards 2026. The award recognises ITC Limited and Agastya’s efforts to build a sustainable future through the YiPPee! Better World hosted a Plastic Waste Management Awareness Program, supported by ITC Limited. Dilip Kumar Gowda, Chief Experience Officer, Karnataka, accepted this prestigious award from the National Excellence Council on behalf of Agastya.
Exploring the World Through Data: DataVerse Expo 2026
Agastya hosted the DataVerse Expo 2026 at the Campus Creativity Lab in Gudivanka, showcasing innovative projects created by children in the NetApp Data Explorers Lab, supported by NetApp Inc.
With 42 teams presenting projects linked to real-world challenges and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the Expo became a vibrant space where children shared ideas and learned from one another beyond classrooms. The event saw participation from over 500 children, offering them a glimpse into viewing the world through a data lens, asking questions and building practical solutions.
The NetApp Data Explorers Lab at Agastya’s campus is an experiential learning space designed to equip students with hands-on data literacy and real-world problem-solving skills. The lab comprises two fully equipped classrooms, each with 15 high-end computers, and delivers a data science curriculum developed in collaboration with TERC and The Tech Interactive. The learning experience is further enhanced through the use of CODAP, enabling students to explore, analyse, and derive insights from data through inquiry-led learning.
