ThrustMIT Team Recognized As "India’s Young Innovators" At Spaceport America Cup 2024

Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) is proud to announce that its student-led team, ThrustMIT, has been recognized as "India’s Young Innovators, Who Outshined at the Spaceport America Cup 2024" by MyGov India. The prestigious accolade is a testament to the team's hard work, innovation, and dedication in advancing space exploration technologies.

The Spaceport America Cup, one of the largest intercollegiate rocket engineering competitions globally, attracts teams from all over the world, challenging them to design, build, and launch rockets. ThrustMIT’s outstanding performance at the event has earned them national recognition on the MyGov India platform, showcasing their significant contribution to the field of aerospace.

Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd), Vice Chancellor of MAHE, Manipal, expressed his pride in the team’s accomplishments, said, "ThrustMIT’s success at the Spaceport America Cup is a reflection of their relentless dedication to innovation and their passion for pushing the boundaries of technology. We are extremely proud of our students for representing India on the global stage and setting a high benchmark for future innovators”.

Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice Chancellor - Technology & Science, MAHE, Manipal also commended the team’s achievements, stating: "The recognition by MyGov India highlights the remarkable talent and perseverance of our students. ThrustMIT’s journey exemplifies the spirit of MIT – fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative innovation. We are confident that these young innovators will continue to soar to greater heights".

ThrustMIT’s recognition has been published on the official MyGov India website, where their inspiring journey is highlighted as an example of how young minds are contributing to India's leadership in science and technology. Their achievement not only brings pride to MIT but also underscores the institute’s commitment to fostering innovation and nurturing future leaders in the aerospace industry.

About Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams; through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bangalore, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and an enriching campus life, as well as for national & multi-national corporates looking for top talent.