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India is set to significantly enhance its space presence, aiming to nearly triple its current satellite count from 55 within the next three years. According to ISRO Chairman V Narayanan, speaking at the GP Birla Memorial Lecture, India plans to elevate its standing in space technology by 2040 to match other leading nations.
The ambitious roadmap includes 12 planned launch vehicle missions this year and the upcoming NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar mission. Scheduled for a July 30 launch by GSLV F16, this mission marks significant collaboration between the agencies. Plans are also advancing for a jointly built satellite with Japan.
Narayanan further revealed plans for India’s own space station, with the first module set for 2028. Additionally, he detailed ISRO’s success in placing satellites for 34 countries, expanding commercial opportunities and collaboration in the growing space economy.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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