About Us

Focused on advanced professional training, The Department of Space Studies emphasizes technology, research, and industry integration.

MERI Department of Space Studies

The Department of Space Studies at MERI is a pioneering initiative designed to integrates theoretical astrophysics and practical applications. between academic excellence and the burgeoning global space economy. Our focus extends beyond engineering to encompass the strategic, managerial, and policy-driven dimensions of the “New Space” era

Leadership & Expert Network

Meet the faculty, advisors, and industry experts shaping the vision and impact of the Department of Space Studies.

prof lalit aggarwal
Prof Lalit Aggarwal

Vice President,
MERI Group of Institutions

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Lt General PJS Pannu (Retd)

PVSM, AVSM, VSM, PhD,
Chief Mentor & Dean,
Department of Space Studies,
MERI Group of Institutions

maj general manjeet singh mokh
Maj General Manjeet Singh Mokha (Retd)

SM, VSM
Professor & Head - Skilling Division,
Department of Space Studies,
MERI Group of Institutions

air cmde himanshu gopal
Air Cmde Himanshu Gopal (Retd)

VSM
Head - Sectoral Initiatives,
Department of Space Studies,
MERI Group of Institutions

mr amit hans
Mr Amit Hans

Assistant Professor
Department of Space Studies,
MERI Group of Institutions

mr kush aggarwal
Mr Kush Aggarwal

Operations Manager
Department of Space Studies,
MERI Group of Institutions

dr. stuti narula markan
Dr. Stuti Narula Markan

Assistant Professor & Coordinator
Department of Space Studies,
MERI Group of Institutions