Astronomical observatory in or near Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar- Cuttack- Puri, Cuttack, Khordha May 23rd. 2007, 7:34pmTelegraph reports that there is a plan to establish a Rs 3 crore observatory with latest equipment such asĀ cassagerial optical telescope, Schimidt Cassergain, IR and UV sensors and a well-furnished chemical laboratory in or near Bhubaneswar. The possible spots are Sikharchandi Hill near Infocity or a hill near Naraj Barrage. Since NISER plans to eventually have a course in astronomy this observatory may come in handy for its students and faculty.