IOAA promotes the growing interest in astronomy and related STEM subjects, especially through the general education of young people, and enhances the development of international contacts among different countries in promoting astronomy and astronomy in schools.
As it was decided that the IOAA 2025 will be hosted by India in the city of Mumbai, we have incorporated several elements into the logo that reflect the essence of Mumbai and India’s achievements. One of Mumbai’s iconic landmarks, the Gateway of India, is featured prominently. We have also included the GSLV rocket, symbolizing India’s ambitious lunar mission and the remarkable Chandrayaan achievements. The letter “O” in the logo is represented by a spyder, which is used in telescopes. India’s presence is further symbolized by (tri-colured) comets positioned above the Gateway. The overall color scheme reflects the hues of a galaxy, inspired by the Milky Way. Through these elements, we proudly present the IOAA 2025 logo.