Space Club of India Trust
A national platform dedicated to promoting space awareness, scientific curiosity, innovation, research, and entrepreneurship across India — shaping the next generation of scientists, founders and space leaders.
MISSION_PARAMETER
India needs a unified space community platform where students, researchers, professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts can connect, collaborate, and contribute toward advancing the nation's space ambitions.
SCI aims to become India's leading space ecosystem, empowering the next generation through education, innovation, research, entrepreneurship, and meaningful industry collaboration.
By organizing conferences, workshops, hackathons, training programs, research initiatives, innovation labs, incubation ecosystems and outreach activities, we are building a strong and inclusive space community for India — reaching every citizen regardless of age, qualification, gender, geography or economic background.
[ FOCUS AREAS ]
Building curricula, scholarships and learning pathways that turn curious minds into the scientists, engineers and researchers of tomorrow.
Catalyzing frontier research in satellites, propulsion, AI, robotics and deep-tech through labs, grants and industry-academia partnerships.
Shaping responsible frameworks for the new space economy — sovereignty, sustainability, debris, and the ethics of an interplanetary future.
Democratising space across every village, school and city — talks, sky-watching, citizen-science and stories that ignite a billion imaginations.
Forging alliances with agencies, universities and startups worldwide to position Indian talent at the centre of the global space economy.
[ TEAM / COMMAND ]
A decorated three-star general of the Indian Army and former Deputy Chief of the Integrated Defence Staff, Lt Gen PJS Pannu has spent a lifetime at the intersection of national security, aerospace and strategic affairs. He founded Space Club of India to channel that experience into a civilian movement — building an inclusive, future-facing platform that prepares India's youth for the space-led century ahead.
One of India's foremost defence and aerospace journalists, Sandeep Unnithan has covered the country's strategic story for over two decades — formerly Executive Editor at India Today and author of widely-read works on Indian military history. As Co-Founder, he shapes the editorial voice, public narrative and policy engagement that anchor Space Club of India's national presence.
A serial entrepreneur and emerging-tech leader with deep experience across fintech, AI and digital identity, Dileep Seinberg serves as Secretary and operational anchor of Space Club of India. He drives partnerships, member programs and execution — translating the Club's vision into measurable, on-the-ground national impact.
A technology operator and entrepreneur with experience across defence technology, space, logistics, and AI-driven digital platforms, Abhimanyu Singh leads Marketing and University Partnerships at the Space Club of India. An alumnus of the University of Washington and Amazon, he is also the co-founder of NashShield, a defence technology venture focused on developing space-based simulation and decision systems. In his current role, he is responsible for advancing university chapters, fostering institutional partnerships, and designing student programs that connect emerging talent with India’s evolving space, defence, and artificial intelligence ecosystems.
[Eminent Members ]
Former CEO of Bharti Airtel and Country Head of SoftBank India, Manoj Kohli brings world-class operating experience to the Apex Body, guiding the Club's scale, governance and industry partnerships.
One of India's leading space lawyers and a recognised voice on international space policy, Ranjana Kaul advises on regulatory strategy, treaty frameworks and the Club's policy engagement.
A veteran of the Indian Army and senior voice in strategic and industry circles, Col. Anurag Awasthi anchors the Club's engagement across defence, aerospace and dual-use technology.
A seasoned administrator and policy thinker, R.N. Prasher contributes deep institutional experience to the Apex Body, strengthening governance, accountability and long-term planning.
A distinguished IAS officer and author, Sanjeev Chopra brings decades of public-service leadership to the Club, bridging government, academia and India's emerging space ecosystem.
A senior IAS officer with leadership roles across the Department of Science & Technology, Tourism and National Museum, Mugdha Sinha champions science communication, innovation policy and India's cultural-scientific narrative within the Club.
[ LATEST TRANSMISSIONS ]
[ ACTIVE INITIATIVES ]
Curated gatherings connecting scientists, founders, policymakers and enthusiasts shaping India’s orbital future..
Strategic partnerships with foreign space agencies, universities and industry to advance joint missions and research.
Competitions, simulations and immersive games that turn orbital mechanics and exploration into a participatory sport.
Hands-on residencies placing students inside research labs, startups and mission teams across the Indian space ecosystem.
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