PM Modi Inaugurates Indias First LED Dome Planetarium in Mysuru

Mysuru, November 13 (Daily Kiran) : Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ‘Cosmos Mysuru Planetarium’ on November 13, 2026. This facility is notable for being India’s first LED dome planetarium, marking a significant advancement in the country’s planetarium technology and astronomy education.

The state-of-the-art facility was developed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA). Modi officially opened the planetarium by cutting a ribbon at the entrance, surrounded by dignitaries including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Governor Sudha Yadav, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and BJP MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar among others.

Following the inauguration, Sitharaman briefed Modi on the planetarium’s features and guided him through the facility. The Prime Minister also visited the ‘Sky Theater,’ where he enjoyed a show alongside other distinguished guests. He engaged in discussions with experts, astronomers, and space scientists from Ladakh.

Envisioned as a center for astronomy education and training, the Cosmos Mysuru Planetarium is located at the base of the Chamundi Hills within the Mysore University campus. The facility boasts a 15-meter inclined dome featuring approximately 6,150 panels, utilizing a total of 42 million LEDs.

Unlike traditional planetariums, the LED panels at Cosmos Mysuru can be controlled in real-time, providing an exceptional visual experience and opening new avenues for astronomy education. The Sky Theater will showcase professionally produced astronomy programs, including a film that highlights the connection between Mysuru’s history and astronomy. Shows will be available in Kannada, English, and Hindi.

Additional features of the center include an exhibition hall, a museum with astronomy-related models and artifacts, a lecture hall, a training center, and an interactive outdoor exhibition. Activities at Cosmos Mysuru will support research conducted by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, which includes operating multi-wavelength telescope facilities across India and in space, developing future astronomical facilities, and conducting national outreach programs.