A 15-member student team from ATLAS uGDX – School of Technology, a private university in Mumbai, has been selected for NASA’s Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) 2025. The team will compete in the Remote Controlled (RC) division, becoming one of only three teams globally to qualify for this category. Notably, they are the first team from India to secure a spot in this prestigious competition.
Mumbai students set to represent India on a global stage
Competing in the Remote Controlled (RC) Rover division, our 15-member team will proudly represent India at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. The challenge involves designing and building a rover capable of navigating the rugged terrains of Mars and the Moon.
NASA’s Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) is an annual global event that brings together teams from around the world to exchange ideas and promote international collaboration. The 31st edition of the competition will take place in April 2025. Notably, the RC division is a new addition to the challenge, introduced this year to include middle schools and science universities, offering them a platform to showcase their skills.
