Skyroot Aerospace

July 28, 2026 12:50 AM

PM Modi meets Skyroot Aerospace founders, congratulates team on Vikram-1 success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka, the founders of Skyroot Aerospace, and congratulated them on the successful Vikram-1 mission, describing the interaction as an engaging discussion on India's growing private space ecosystem. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the success of Vikram-1 featured prominently in the conversation, along with discussions on the company's journey and future plans. "A great interaction with Pawan Chandana and Naga Bhar...

July 26, 2026 2:37 PM

PM Modi hails successful launch of Vikram-1, says private space sector reforms have unlocked youth potential

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the successful launch of Vikram-1, describing it as a historic milestone for India's space sector and a testament to the country's growing capabilities in private space technology. Addressing the nation during the 136th episode of his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said, "Every Indian is filled with pride following the successful launch of 'Vikram-1' last Sunday. All of us Indians were witness to this historic moment for I...

July 20, 2026 3:56 PM

Reforms, progress and liftoff: India’s space sector enters a new era with launch of Vikram-1

India's space sector is entering a transformative phase as years of policy reforms and institutional support begin to reshape the country's space ecosystem. The launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle by Skyroot Aerospace, became a defining milestone in this journey, reflecting the growing role of private enterprise in a sector that was once dominated by government-led missions. The launch comes against the backdrop of the Government of India's sweeping refo...

July 19, 2026 3:37 PM

Vikram-1 launch marks India’s emergence as a global space power: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and Minister of State in the Prime Minister's Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, on Saturday hailed the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, as a landmark achievement that establishes the country as a serious global player in the rapidly expanding space economy. Wi...

July 18, 2026 1:42 PM

Skyroot’s Vikram-1 reaches orbit; PM Modi congratulates team on historic milestone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the team at Skyroot Aerospace after the successful launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, describing it as "a defining moment in India's space journey". "Spoke to the team of Skyroot Aerospace and congratulated them on the successful launch of Vikram-1. This is a defining moment in India's space journey. The growing participation of our private sector is opening new frontiers and accelerating innovation. This ...

July 18, 2026 12:57 PM

Skyroot launches India’s first private orbital rocket Vikram-1 from Sriharikota

Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace on Saturday successfully launched Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, becoming the country's first private company to attempt an orbital launch and marking a major milestone for India's commercial space sector. The rocket lifted off from the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) First Launch Pad at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, under Mission Aagaman. "LIFT-OFF! Vikram-1 has left the pad at Sriharik...

July 18, 2026 11:22 AM

Skyroot to launch first private orbital mission Vikram-1, PM Modi calls it ‘historic frontier’ for India’s space journey

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the maiden launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, calling it a "historic new frontier" in the country's space journey and a reflection of the talent and entrepreneurial spirit of India's youth. In a post on X ahead of the launch, PM Modi said the four-stage rocket, developed by Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace, is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services. "A historic new frontier for India's ...

July 17, 2026 3:34 PM

Skyroot’s Vikram-1 to carry PM Modi’s handwritten ‘Vande Mataram’ postcard

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's handwritten postcard carrying the words 'Vande Mataram' will travel to space aboard Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 Test Flight-1 on July 18, the private space startup announced on Friday. In a post on social media platform X, Skyroot Aerospace said PM Modi's handwritten message will be among the special payloads onboard the mission, alongside handwritten notes from the company's team, investors, policymakers and well-wishers from across the globe. "Among the payloa...