PM Modi Announces India’s Own Space Station by 2035
During his visit to the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced India's intention to establish its own space station by 2035. Key points about this initiative include:
Timeline: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) aims
to complete the initial module of the space station by 2028 and fully establish
the Bharat Space Station by 2035
First Module Weight: The first module of the space
station is planned to weigh approximately 8 tons
New Rockets: ISRO is working on developing a new
rocket capable of carrying loads rang
ing from 20 to 1,215 tons, which is a
significant increase compared to the current capability of 10 tons
Gaganyaan Mission: Alongside the space station, ISRO
is preparing for the Gaganyaan mission, which includes sending astronauts into
space and potentially landing them on the moon by 2040
Aditya L-1 Mission: The Aditya L-1 mission, India's
first space-based observatory designed to study the Sun from a halo orbit L1,
is scheduled to begin operations in early 2024
Potential Economic Benefits: Establishing a space
station and conducting advanced space exploration could bring significant
economic benefits, including technological innovations, international
cooperation, and potential commercial applications
This initiative aligns with India's broader strategy to
expand its presence in space, including the Gaganyaan mission and other lunar
missions. It also highlights the country's commitment to advancing its space
technology and contributing to global knowledge about the universe.
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