March 2, 2026

Centre of Space Science and Technology Education in Asia and the Pacific (CSSTEAP) celebrated Pearl Jubilee (30 Years) of its Establishment,on February 16, 2026,at CSSTEAP Headquarters, IIRS campus Dehradun. Over the years CSSTEAP has played a significant role in taking space technology to the common person in the Asia and the Pacific region. The event was graced by Shri A.S. Kiran Kumar, Former Secretary DoS/Chairman; Members of CSSTEAP- GB; Senior Retired Officials from ISRO viz. former Centre directors Dr. R. R. Navalgund, Dr. Y. V.N. Krishmurthy, Dr. Senthil Kumar; Directors of ISRO Centres and Units, Dr Prakash Chauhan, Shri M. Ganesh Pillai, Shri Pankaj DamodarKilledar, Dr. Noveline Jacob, Dr. S. P. Aggarwal, and The Director of CSSTE - Regional Centre of Morocco. Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman, ISRO/Secretary DoSvirtually participated in the programme. CSSTEAP Alumni, who are presently in senior positions in their respective countries, also attended the programme. Around 85 guests,in person,attended the event at Dehradun.

The programme started with reminiscences by Past Chairmen CSSTEAP-GB and Past Directors of CSSTEAP. Director UNOOSA also sent her video message for the occasion. This was followed by two panel discussions on Future directions for education in Space Science and Technology and Geospatial Technology,respectively followed by the valedictory session in which Chairman, ISRO/Secretary, DoS was the chief guest. The day culminated with well curated cultural programme showcasing Indian culture and cultures from various Asia and the Pacific countries presented by professional artists and CSSTEAP students.