Pathani Samanta Planetarium

"Its a good planetarium with some small issues which can be fixed. The planetarium is quite old and need immediate maintainance. The chairs are wooden one might feel like it break when u push it back, it always create sound. Whole 30 min i heard chair sound more then actual show voice. Overall the show was good and informative, i felt they can increase the brightness little more. The show time is from 2 to 5 pm. But they sometime increase the shows as per demand. Ticket u will get only from counter in cash. No online booking.
Timing:
2pm- Odia language show
3pm- Hindi language show
4pm- English language show
5pm- Odia language show
Price:
Adult: Rs. 30
Child: Rs 20"

Praduman kumar

"The Pathani Samanta Planetarium offers an okay, but dated, experience, excelling with its immersive space shows and suitable for families and young children interested in astronomy, but suffering from uncomfortable and damaged seating, weak presentation, and partial operation of exhibits. Visitors should confirm show languages, as shows are available in Odia, Hindi, and English, and enjoy the astronomy park with a sundial in the campus. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Pros

• Immersive Shows: The planetarium provides shows that can feel very realistic, taking you on journeys through space without the need for 3D glasses. [1, 3]
• Educational Focus: It's a great place for children and anyone interested in learning about space, planets, and the universe. [2, 6]
• Astronomy Park: The campus features an astronomy park with a statue of Pathani Samanta and a sundial, offering something to see outside the shows. [5]
• Multi-lingual Shows: Shows are available in Odia, Hindi, and English, making them accessible to a wider audience. [3, 4]

Cons

• Outdated and Neglected: The planetarium appears to have fallen into neglect, with broken seats, partially defunct displays, and a lack of renovation. [3, 4]
• Uncomfortable Seating: Many visitors find the seating uncomfortable and old, making it difficult to stay awake during the shows. [2, 3, 6]
• Weak Presentation: While the visuals can be good, the overall presentation of information is often described as weak or boring, leading to a lack of engagement for some viewers. [3, 6]
• Limited Activities: Beyond the main show, there are few other activities or updated exhibits to experience. [5, 6]

Tips for Visitors

• Confirm Show Language: Before buying tickets, confirm the language of the show to ensure it's one you can understand. [3]
• Go with Kids: The planetarium is best suited for children and young families who will enjoy the space-themed content. [2, 6]
• Consider Alternatives: If you are looking for a fully updated and immersive scientific experience, you might find better options elsewhere. [1, 6]"

RABISHANKAR BEHERA

"A very good space for children who are interested in space and planets. There are 4 show time, 2pm to 5pm for 30-40 minutes, in Odia, English & Hindi language. The film showing the vast natur eof the space, which also same time give a feelings that how tiny we are. The sun, galaxy, milky way and alpha century was described very clearly. The animated tour of the space was amazing and real like. The parks around the planetorium was amazing. The sculptural display of Pathani Samanta's family was very beautiful and clear to understand. The writing was in English in Hindi. Having the gender based toilets for common use and sanitised. Bike parking is outside the main gate near the Acharyavihar MO-bus stoppage. One damaged/ punctured çar"

Ashish Kumar Nayak