SPARCO Sets up First Space Center in Gilgit-Baltistan
Pakistan is about to make history in space and environmental research with the launch of the Space Applications and Research Center (SPARC-GB) in Gilgit-Baltistan on October 2, 2024. This groundbreaking event will bring together renowned scientists, environmental experts, and students to tackle the region’s unique challenges, such as climate change and natural hazards ¹. The center is a significant milestone in SUPARCO’s efforts to implement space technology and environmental monitoring across Pakistan.
SPARC-GB will serve as a research hub, focusing on critical areas like glacier monitoring, climate change mitigation, and disaster management. The center will facilitate cutting-edge studies on glacier dynamics, natural hazards, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable resource management ¹. By promoting collaboration among scientists, students, and experts, SPARC-GB is poised to become a leading institution in addressing the region’s most pressing environmental issues.
The inauguration ceremony will be attended by distinguished guests, including the Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan, Gulbar Khan ¹. This event marks a significant step forward in Pakistan’s journey toward advancing space-based environmental research and finding innovative solutions to the region’s vulnerabilities.
