THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR, AUGUST 18, 2026
Two students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs)
of Odisha have brought pride to the state by successfully participating in ISRO
YUVIKA 2026, a prestigious national-level programme of the Indian Space
Research Organisation (ISRO) aimed at nurturing the next generation of young
scientists and inspiring school students to explore the frontiers of space
science.
The achievement of Master Deba Disari, a Class X student of
EMRS Kotpad in Koraput district, and Master Shyam Charan Tudu of EMRS Bahalda
marks a significant milestone for EMRS Odisha, highlighting the growing
scientific aspirations and talent of students from the state's residential
schools.
The YUVIKA (YUva VIgyani KAryakram) programme provides
selected school students with an opportunity to gain first-hand exposure to
India's space programme, interact with eminent scientists and understand the
country's advances in space science, technology and applications. Through a
combination of academic sessions, practical exposure and interaction with
experts, the programme seeks to kindle scientific curiosity among young minds
and encourage them to pursue careers in science and technology.
Master Deba Disari participated in the programme held at the
Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, where he gained
valuable insights into India's space programme and interacted with scientists.
The exposure provided him an opportunity to learn about various aspects of
space science and space technology and experience first-hand the country's
remarkable journey in the field of space exploration.
Similarly, Master Shyam Charan Tudu, a student of EMRS
Bahalda, successfully participated in and completed the ISRO YUVIKA 2026
programme during the same period. His achievement has brought pride to EMRS
Bahalda and EMRS Odisha, while serving as an inspiration to fellow students aspiring
to excel in science and technology.
The participation of the two students in one of the country's prominent programmes for young scientific minds is expected to have a lasting impact on their academic and career aspirations. The exposure to ISRO's scientific environment and interaction with space scientists is likely to motivate them to pursue higher education and careers in science, technology, engineering and space research.
Their accomplishment also sends a strong message to students across EMRSs in Odisha, encouraging them to explore new scientific opportunities, pursue excellence and aspire to participate in prestigious national-level programmes.
