Jyotirvidya Parisanstha

Jyotirvidya Parisanstha (known as JVP to the people of Pune, India and to most of the Indian amateur astronomers) is an association of amateur astronomers and a non-profit organization. On August 22, 1944 some eminent citizens of Pune formed JVP, primarily to spread the knowledge of astronomy among the public and also to make their own contribution as far as possible. It was the first association of its kind and remained so for a few decades. Right from its conception, JVP has been actively working for the propagation of astronomy in purely scientific temperament. JVP conducts different outreach programs for propsgating Astronomy like - Sky Gazing Sessions, Astro tours, Talk Shows, Basic Astronomy Course, Telescope Making Workshops,