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Jampeling Central School wins National Space Challenge 2025

March 7, 2025
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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics or STEM education took centre stage as students from across the country came together for the National Space Challenge 2025. The annual event, held as part of Bhutan Space Week, is aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators. This year, two students from Jampeling Central School in Trashigang won the challenge.

For this edition of the National Space Challenge, students from 13 districts gathered in Bumthang last month. The class nine and ten students spent almost four days designing, testing, and perfecting their hydro rockets.

A hydro rocket is a simple water-powered rocket which works by using water and air pressure to create thrust.

Tshering Chezom, one of the members of the winning team, said that in the past, she did not pay much attention to science subjects. However, she said the experience changed her perception.

“I wasn’t paying much attention to science subjects before this event. But designing a hydro rocket and seeing it in action made learning so much fun. Now I understand why STEM is important, and I will focus more on these subjects. I also want to encourage my friends to explore the opportunities STEM has to offer.”

The competition was not just about launching rockets. Participants were judged on their engineering design, teamwork, and presentation skills.

Another participant from the winning team, Sahil Sapkota said that the experience has unlocked his true potential, and wants to pursue it further.

“This programme has inspired me a lot in terms of pursuing my studies in STEM subjects and hereafter, I would like to continue my studies in STEM. I will mostly focus on space physics because I now feel like I have discovered my true potential and I will not stop studying STEM subjects.”

Beyond the competition, the event nurtured new friendships and collaboration.

“I am very privileged to be participating in this National Space Challenge and by coming here, I have learned a lot of new things about rocket making, especially hydro rockets and how they work. I have made new friends and learned to socialise,” said Kuenga Pelmo, a participant from Trashi Yangtse.

“This challenge has been a life-changing event for me. I am very honoured to have grabbed this opportunity and to be here. I met a lot of talented people who have different perspectives and skills,” said Karma Yoedsel Wangmo, a participant from Pema Gatshel.

Meanwhile, the winning team will receive a 70-millimetre telescope, among other prizes at the end of this month. In addition, the team will get the opportunity to visit the Indian Space Research Organisation.

The organising team from the GovTech Agency said that it was not just a mere competition but a celebration of innovation, teamwork and the limitless possibilities of space exploration.

Devika Pradhan and Sonam Darjay 

Edited by Sonam Pem

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