Vikram-1 launch will inspire youngsters to dream bigger, drive innovation: PM Modi
New Delhi, July 18
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the team of Skyroot Aerospace on the successful launch of Vikram-1, saying the milestone reflects the growing strength of India's private space sector and will encourage youngsters across the country to pursue innovation with confidence.
In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said he had spoken to the Skyroot Aerospace team and congratulated them on the successful launch of Vikram-1.
"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 achievement will encourage countless youngsters to dream bigger and innovate fearlessly," PM Modi wrote.
Earlier, during a telephonic conversation with Skyroot Aerospace CEO, Pawan Kumar Chandana, and Co-founder Bharat Daka, after the successful mission, the Prime Minister congratulated the entire team for carrying six payloads, including two satellites, into a 450-km low-Earth orbit aboard India's first privately-developed orbital launch vehicle.
Addressing the founders, PM Modi said he had watched the entire launch and praised the youthful team behind the achievement.
"Congratulations to Pawan, Bharat and the rest of the team. Your feat will inspire youngsters to come forward. I was watching the entire launch programme today. Your entire Skyroot Aerospace team looks like they are 25-30 years of age," the Prime Minister said.
He also conveyed his "grand greetings" to the team and expressed hope that 'Mission Aagaman' would continue to achieve greater milestones.
Calling the mission a testament to India's self-reliance, PM Modi said the successful launch proved the country's capability to achieve major technological milestones under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Chandana informed the Prime Minister that the rocket had been completely designed and manufactured in India.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Amazing achievement by Skyroot Aerospace! But I hope the government also focuses on funding for basic science research in universities. Not just private sector, our public institutions also need more support to innovate. Still, very happy for the team!
Watching the launch live was goosebumps! 🤯 A 100% Indian rocket carrying satellites into space. This is what Atmanirbhar Bharat looks like. I'm a final year engineering student and now I'm seriously considering space tech for my career. Thanks PM Modi for the encouragement!
Such a big boost for India's space sector! 😊 The fact that a young team built this is inspiring for all of us. But I wish more girl students were part of such projects. Hope this encourages more women to take up STEM. Proud of the team!
Impressive stuff from India! As someone who works in aerospace in the US, I can say this is no small feat. Private sector space launch is tough and Skyroot has done excellently. This proves India's talent pool is world-class. Keep it up!
This is fantastic! But let's not forget the decades of work by ISRO that made this possible. Private sector builds on that foundation. Good to see PM appreciating the team's youth. Now we need more such startups to come up. India's space story is just starting!
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