Kalpana Chawla Planetarium is Kurukshetra's main science-oriented attraction, named for the Indian-born astronaut who died on Space Shuttle Columbia. The planetarium presents astronomy shows and educational exhibits, making it a useful change of pace in a city better known for religious and epic-history sites.
It is most worthwhile for families, students, and travelers with an interest in space science. The naming also gives the place a local emotional resonance: Chawla was born in Haryana, and the planetarium connects regional pride with a broader story of exploration and scientific ambition.