Pakistan’s National Space Agency, SUPARCO, has announced the launch of World Space Week 2025 celebrations, scheduled to be held from 4–10 October across the country and around the globe. Recognized as the world’s largest annual space event, this year’s theme, “Living in Space”, underscores the growing efforts of humanity to prepare for life and work beyond Earth, while highlighting the transformative role of space science and technology in shaping the future. World Space Week, declared by the United Nations in 1999, commemorates two pivotal milestones in human history: the launch of the first artificial satellite, Sputnik-1, on 4 October 1957, and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty on 10 October 1967. Since then, it has become a global platform to showcase advancements in space exploration and its contributions to life on Earth. As Pakistan’s national coordinator of World Space Week since 2005, SUPARCO has consistently played a leading role in promoting space education and awareness. In 2024, Pakistan achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the first position worldwide, hosting more than 6,000 activities across the country. For this year’s celebrations, SUPARCO has designed an extensive program aimed at inspiring students, teachers, and the general public. The lineup includes:Teachers’ training workshops on building and launching water rockets in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, and Gilgit. Space Camp 2025, featuring hands-on workshops and a model satellite competition. Mobile Space Van visits to schools in remote regions, ensuring access to space education nationwide. Academic visits to SUPARCO facilities to provide firsthand exposure to space science. National contests, including Best Space School, Space Ambassador competitions for science and astronomy societies, and public contests to foster creativity and scientific innovation. According to SUPARCO, these activities are designed to spark curiosity among young learners and motivate them to pursue careers in space science, satellite technology, remote sensing, astronomy, and related disciplines. SUPARCO has extended an open call to educational institutions, scientific bodies, and the public to participate in the celebrations of World Space Week 2025 the largest space event on Earth.
SUPARCO Announces Nationwide Celebrations of World Space Week 2025
