Nepalese Space Research Association
Nepalese Space Research Association (NESRA) is a Nepali space research organization based in Nepal established in 2018 to bring a common platform among Nepali researchers to bring the benefits of space to Nepal.[1] NESRA on one hand is focused on bringing researchers to work on different projects to develop new innovations while on the other hand it is building a community of young individuals and students interested in the field of space.[2][3][4][5]
Nepalese Space Research Association | |
Motto | To bring the benefits of space to Nepal |
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Founder | Anamol Mittal |
Founded at | Kathmandu |
Type | Non-profit |
Legal status | Running |
Purpose | Astronomy Outreach and Research |
Headquarters | Kathmandu, Nepal |
Website | www |
History
Nepalese Space Research Association was established in 2018 with motto to bring benefits of space to Nepal.[6]
Vision
Bringing the benefits of space to Nepal.[7]
Mission
To transform Nepal into a space fairing nation. Expand our wide network of students, young professionals, industry, academia, and governmental organizations who are interested in the emerging global space sector. Collaborate with international organizations to facilitate their outreach programs and help young students and professionals in Nepal pursue a career in the space sector. Facilitate the use and integration of space technology with other sectors in Nepal, e.g. Disaster preparedness and mitigation, survey department, use of space technology to inspire the next generation. Work with the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) in order to foster a productive environment for the space industry to flourish in Nepal.[7]
Important Milestones[6][8]
- 2018 Establishment of Nepalese Space Research Association.
- July 2018 First National Space Meet of Nepal held at Nepal Academy of Science and Technology.
- 13 April 2019 Registration of Nepalese Space Research Association as a Non-Profit Organization.
- 20 July 2019 Second National Space Meet of Nepal held at Nepal Academy of Science and Technology.
- July 2020 Participation of Emerging Space Countries (PESC) initiative by the Moon Village Association representing Nepal which is the first participation from South Asia.
Key persons
Name | Role |
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Anamol Mittal | President |
Prabin Dhakal | Vice President |
Simran Dhoju | Secretary |
References
- "First National Space Meet, Nepal". OMG Nepal. July 25, 2018.
- "News | Nepal Celebrates Moon Landing 50". Moon Landing 50.
- Malgran, Dan. "Nepal".
- Pell, Sarah Jane (July 20, 2019). "Space Analogues and Nepal" – via www.sarahjanepell.com.
- "Dr. Reshma presented in the conference | Department of Geomatics Engineering".
- "Nepalese Space Research Association (NESRA) – Bringing the benefits of space to Nepal". nesra.co.
- http://nesra.co/about/
- "Participation of Emerging Space Countries (PESC) – Moon Village Association". moonvillageassociation.org.
- https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8HNJJ4Rc7ZI