A group of scientists and optical experts in Kolkata have unveiled the city’s largest handmade telescope. The device, built with a finely polished mirror and aluminised in Delhi, is set up on the rooftop of Biswajit Bose’s residence. This telescope aims to encourage students and sky enthusiasts to explore celestial events.

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• A group of scientists and optical experts from Kolkata built the largest handmade telescope in the city.
• The telescope’s mirror has been polished, shaped, and aluminised in Delhi for high optical quality.
• The telescope is installed on Biswajit Bose’s rooftop in Kolkata.
• Biswajit Bose is a member of the Optical Astronomy Club (OAC).
• The telescope is designed to capture celestial events despite Kolkata’s light pollution.
• Bose emphasizes India’s history of scientific ingenuity, particularly from grassroots researchers.
• The telescope aims to attract local students and sky enthusiasts to observe space phenomena.
• The device has already captured quality astrophotography, despite challenges from urban lighting.
• The organizers hope to inspire more interest in astronomy among the public.
• The project showcases the potential of homemade scientific equipment in cutting-edge research.