At the intersection of curiosity and opportunity lies the SITARON Mein Safar Lecture Series at IIT Bombay - a unique platform bridging the knowledge gap between academic enthusiasm about space technology and India's rapidly expanding space industry. This series brings pioneers from Government space agencies and India's burgeoning space startups directly to students, offering firsthand insights into the technical realities, career pathways, and innovative frontiers of space technology in India.
Each session features experts sharing their professional journeys, technical expertise, and visions for India's space future, followed by interactive discussions where students can explore their questions directly with industry leaders. SITARON Mein Safar serves as the essential connection point between classroom learning and practical application, preparing the next generation of innovators to contribute meaningfully to India's ambitious space ecosystem.
Date: Monday, 7 April, 2025
Time: 5 – 6 pm, followed by interaction session
Venue: Physics Seminar Room (Room 202, 2nd floor, Physics Department)
Tushar Jadhav is the Co-founder and CEO of Manastu Space, a pioneering Indian space tech startup focused on developing green propulsion technologies for satellites. An alumnus of IIT Bombay with a background in Aerospace Engineering, Jadhav has led his company to develop innovative hydrogen peroxide-based green propulsion systems that offer safer, non-toxic alternatives to conventional hydrazine propellants. Under his leadership, Manastu has secured significant funding and partnerships with ISRO and international space agencies. Prior to founding Manastu Space, Jadhav gained valuable experience working on satellite systems at ISRO. His vision of making space operations more sustainable through environmentally friendly propulsion technology has positioned Manastu as one of India's most promising space startups in the growing NewSpace ecosystem.