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'Cannot be done only by ISRO': ISRO chief V Narayanan calls for greater industry role to scale India's space sector

"Today we are having only 56 space assets serving from space. But the need is huge. At least 200 to 300 satellites have to be built and launched in maybe 6 to 7 years' time frame. And this cannot be done only by ISRO," Narayanan said.

The Economic Times · Sep 7

India’s space industry hunts for its SpaceX moment

India's private space sector is rapidly advancing, with a space unicorn poised for launch and startups developing cutting-edge satellites. Prime Minister Modi's initiative to open the industry is fostering innovation, attracting significant funding, and even drawing interest from billionaires like Mukesh Ambani. Despite challenges, the momentum is strong, with companies…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

Second spaceport of ISRO to be set up at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu

The launch pad in the second spaceport will be used exclusively by the private sector

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

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India’s space economy has potential to reach ₹35,200 crore ($44 billion) by 2033 with about 8% of global share

At present, the share of the domestic market is ₹6,400 crore ($8.1 billion). The export market share is ₹2,400 crore ($0.3 billion). The aim is to increase the domestic share to ₹26,400 crore ($33 billion), and the export share to ₹88,000 crore ($11 billion).

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

23 private companies in race for SSLV technology transfer from ISRO

SSLV is a 3-stage launch vehicle capable of launching approximately 500kg satellite in 500-km planar orbit. According to ISRO, the key features of SSLV are low cost, with low turn-around time, flexibility in accommodating multiple satellites, launch-on-demand feasibility, and minimal launch infrastructure requirements.

The Hindu · Sep 14, 2023

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