India’s National Large Solar Telescope Project
The National Large Solar Telescope (NLST) in Ladakh is India’s ground-based project aiming to enhance solar research and improve solar storm predictions, crucial for protecting satellite and communication technology on Earth. Located at Merak near Pangong Tso Lake at 4,200 meters, this advanced telescope will provide high-resolution data on solar magnetic fields, complementing data from the Aditya L1 satellite. Despite facing delays and significant costs, it is expected to receive final approval by November 2024. Led by Professor Annapurni Subramaniam and prioritized by the Principal Scientific Advisor, NLST is positioned to significantly advance India’s solar astronomy capabilities.
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