Jyotirvidya Parisanstha (JVP) ज्योतिर्विद्या परिसंस्था
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India's Oldest Association of Amateur Astronomers.

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*Jyotirvidya Parisanstha has arranged a study tour to The Hanle Dark Sky Reserve (HDSR) in Ladakh is India’s first designated dark sky reserve, established in 2022 to preserve the area’s exceptionally dark skies for scientific research and Astro-tourism.*

*For more details and bookings(Limited Seats): https://jvppune.in/event/hanletour*

*Attractions include:*
1. Hanle: The Dark Sky Reserve will be located at Hanle village in Eastern Ladakh.
2 . National Large Solar Telescope (NLST): Gregorian Multi-Purpose Open Telescope in Merak village in Ladakh.
3 . Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT ): 2m Gamma Ray Telescope at Hanle.
4. Major Atmospheric Cerenkov Experiment Telescope (MACE): the world’s highest and the second-largest Cerenkov Telescope.
5 . High Altitude Gamma-Ray (HAGAR): First High Altitude Gamma-Ray Telescope Array.
Jyotirvidya Parisanstha has arranged a study tour to India's only and the world's largest basaltic rock meteoritic impact crater - Lonar from 18-20 July, 2025.

We will be accompanied by Prof. P.K.Ghanekar who will guide us about the archeological, geological and ecological information about the crater along with microscopic viewing of samples collected around the crater.

Limited seats available. Register soon!
Fees, More details and registration link can be found at:
https://jvppune.in/event/lonar/
*Jyotirvidya Parisanstha has arranged an exhibition on Exploring Saturn-The Ringed Wonder 🪐 from August 21-24, 2025 at Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruha Art Gallery, Kothrud, Pune from 10 am to 8pm.*

*_For booking slots/more info visit:_*
https://jvppune.in/event/jvpexhibition2025/
ज्योतिर्विद्या परिसंस्थेने, यशवंतराव चव्हाण नाट्यगृह कला दालन, कोथरूड, पुणे, येथे २१ ऑगस्ट ते २४ ऑगस्ट २०२५ या कालावधीत "वलयांकित शनी-एक शोधयात्रा" विषयावर प्रदर्शन आयोजित केले आहे. प्रदर्शनाची वेळ सकाळी १० ते संध्याकाळी ८ असेल.

स्लॉट बुकिंग/अधिक माहितीसाठी भेट द्या:
https://jvppune.in/event/jvpexhibition2025/

शाळा कॉलेज तसेच क्लास च्या ग्रुप बुकिंग साठी संपर्क साधावा:
jyotirvidyaparisanstha@gmail.com

Whatsapp/दूरध्वनी: 9822612737, 9921108282
Get ready for a spectacular celestial event! On September 7, 2025, a Total Lunar Eclipse, also known as a "Blood Moon," will be visible in the night sky. This phenomenon occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon and giving it a reddish hue.

JVP has arranged a public program at Kesariwada JVP Observatory on 7th September 8:30 pm onwards until midnight. The telescopic viewing of Moon and Planets will be dependent upon clouds.

Lunar Eclipse Timings in Pune (IST):

- First Contact with Penumbra: 8:58 PM, September 7, 2025
- Total Eclipse Begins: 11:00 PM, September 7, 2025
- Maximum Eclipse: 11:42 PM, September 7, 2025
- Total Eclipse Ends: 12:22 AM, September 8, 2025
- Last Contact with Umbra: 1:26 AM, September 8

Live streaming of the eclipse along with some demos and members from overseas will be the main highlight where we will get an opportunity to view the eclipse from various parts of the world!

Live streaming link: youtube.com/JyotirvidyaParisanstha/live
Astronomy workshop for kids | 25-26 October 2025, residential workshop
(Age 8-12 years)

More details at:
https://jvppune.in/event/astronomy-workshop-for-kids/
🔭☄️JVP's Overnight Public Star Party of the season is here!

🗓️When: 22nd Nov 2025 evening to 23rd Nov 2025 morning.

📍Where: Manali Agro Farm, Naigaon, Near Nasrapur

🧾Fees (incl. dinner, evening snacks, and 3 teas):
₹1000/- p.p. for non-members
₹900/- p.p. for members
Transport (optional): ₹450/- EXTRA

For more details, please visit:
https://jvppune.in/event/22nov2025sp/

Venue Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wxrFcwdBXZtgGZHK9

Direct reporting time to site: 5:30 pm

For the JVP bus, -> pick-up & drop-off point is Shalimar Furniture, near Laxminarayan Theatre, Swargate.

Reporting time: 4:00 pm

Pick-up and drop location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sbLP75WCGaBduoFi6


Attractions: View of Planets, Satellite passes, Telescopic viewing of galaxies, nebulae and star clusters

Detailed information on Rashis, Nakshatras, Constellations, and their mythological stories. Additionally, the use of Astrographs to show live, integrated images of nebulae and galaxies.
Observe Geminids Meteor Shower from Lonar Lake – a perfect dark‑sky backdrop

The Geminid meteor shower peaks on the night of 12‑13-14 December 2025, with the highest rates after midnight (around 2 am local time) and a broad activity window that lasts a few days.

Location: Lonar Lake (19.97° N, 76.50° E) sits in the Buldhana district of Maharashtra, far enough from major city lights to give a relatively dark sky.
- Moon: The 33 % waning crescent rises only in the pre‑dawn hours, so the sky will be almost moon‑free during the prime viewing window.
- Rate: Under ideal dark conditions you can expect ≈ 100 meteors per hour at the peak, with some bright fireballs.
- What to see: The radiant is in Gemini, rising in the east‑southeast after midnight. Lie back, look toward the southeast, and let your eyes adjust for 20‑30 minutes.

Jyotirvidya Parisastha’s study tour (12‑13‑14 Dec) is timed perfectly to catch the Geminids. The group will have a dedicated night‑sky session at the lake, and the less‑polluted sky should let you count hundreds of meteors over the two nights.

If you’re planning to join, visit the official site: https://jvppune.in/events/lonar for the latest itinerary and registration details.
JVP's Overnight Public Star Party and Geminids Meteor Shower event is here!

When: 13th Dec 2025 evening to 14th Dec 2025 morning.

Where: Manali Agro Farm, Naigaon, Near Nasrapur

Fees (incl. dinner, evening snacks, and 3 teas):
₹1000/- p.p. for non-members
₹900/- p.p. for members
Transport (optional): ₹450/- EXTRA

For more details, please visit: https://jvppune.in/event/13dec25sp/

Main Attractions: Geminids Meteor Shower Observations, Telescopic viewing of Planets, Satellite passes, Telescopic viewing of galaxies, nebulae and star clusters
Detailed information on Rashis, Nakshatras, Constellations, and their mythological stories. Additionally, the use of Astrographs to show live, integrated images of nebulae and galaxies.
JVP's Last Overnight Public Star Party of this year is here!

When: Saturday, 20th Dec 2025 evening to Sunday, 21st Dec 2025 morning.
Where: Manali Agro Farm, Naigaon, Near Nasrapur

Fees (incl. dinner, evening snacks, and 3 teas):
₹1000/- p.p. for non-members
₹900/- p.p. for members
Transport (optional): ₹450/- EXTRA

For more details, please visit: https://jvppune.in/event/20dec2025sp/

Main Attractions: Telescopic viewing of Planets, Satellite passes, Telescopic viewing of galaxies, nebulae and star clusters.
Detailed information on Rashis, Nakshatras, Constellations, and their mythological stories. Additionally, the use of Astrographs to show live, integrated images of nebulae and galaxies.
🔭☄️JVP's Overnight Public Star Party is here!

When: Saturday, 14th Feb 2026 evening to Sunday, 15th Feb 2026 morning.

Where: Manali Agro Farm, Naigaon, Near Nasrapur



Fees (incl. dinner, evening snacks, and 3 teas):

₹1000/- p.p. for non-members

₹900/- p.p. for members

Transport (optional): ₹450/- EXTRA



For more details, please visit: https://jvppune.in/event/star-party/



Venue Map Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wxrFcwdBXZtgGZHK9

Direct reporting time to site: 5:30 pm



For the JVP bus, -> pick-up & drop-off point is Shalimar Furniture, near Laxminarayan Theatre, Swargate.

Reporting time: 4:00 pm

Pick-up location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sbLP75WCGaBduoFi6



Main Attractions: Telescopic viewing of Planets, Satellite passes, Telescopic viewing of galaxies, nebulae and star clusters

Detailed information on Rashis, Nakshatras, Constellations, and their mythological stories. Additionally, the use of Astrographs to show live, integrated images of nebulae and galaxies.
🔭☄️JVP's Overnight Public Star Party is here!

When: Saturday, 21st Feb 2026 evening to Sunday, 22nd Feb 2026 morning.
Where: Manali Agro Farm, Naigaon, Near Nasrapur

Fees (incl. dinner, evening snacks, and 3 teas):
₹1000/- p.p. for non-members
₹900/- p.p. for members
Transport (optional): ₹450/- EXTRA

For more details, please visit: https://jvppune.in/event/star-party/
🔭 Live Demo of KJO | National Science Day Special 🔭

We’re bringing you a LIVE streaming Demonstration of KJO (Kesariwada Jyotirvidya Observatory) — taking you inside the dome, up close with the telescope, into the Cosmos.
🛰️ Explore how astronomers align, track, and observe celestial objects.
🌙 Learn what makes observatory setups so powerful
🔬 Celebrate the spirit of science and curiosity
🗓 Date: National Science Day(28th Feb 2026)
Time: 5:30 PM IST
📍 Live on: YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/JyotirvidyaParisanstha
See you LIVE at 5:30 PM IST! 🚀

#NationalScienceDay #LiveDemo #Astronomy #Telescope #kjo
*JVP has arranged an Astrophotography Workshop this year at Kathi Village, Patan Satara on April 17-18-19, 2026.*

*_The primer(introductory) sessions will be conducted at Kesariwada and on Zoom on April 11-12, 2026._*

*Fees for the workshop are:*
Rs. 8400/- for Members
Rs.8700/- for Non Members

*For more details and registration visit:*
https://jvppune.in/event/astrophotography-workshop-2026/