Space Research Organization has made successful 100th launch from Sriharikota. Union Minister of State of India for Space Dr Jitendra Singh informed that “the launch of GSLV-F15/NVS-02 Mission is not simply another landmark milestone but this launch, being the 100th one, marks a quantum leap in India’s Space journey.
This is a momentous time when the world is amazed by a series of extraordinary achievements registered by the ISRO one after the other. This remarkable transformation of ISRO is under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
It is emphasized that while ISRO was established in 1969, it took more than two decades to set up the first launch pad in 1993. The second launch pad came up only in 2004, marking another decade-long gap.
However, in the last 10 years, India’s space sector has undergone unprecedented expansion, both in terms of infrastructure and investment. “This 100th launch marks a quantum leap in the space sector, which did not happen in the last six decades. India is  now building a third launch pad in Srihari Kota, and for the first time, expanding beyond Srihari Kota with a new launch site in Tamil Nadu’s Tuticorin district.
It was also underlined that there is rapid rise of private sector participation in space. In 2021, India had barely a single-digit number of space startups. Today, it is nearing 300, many of which are world-class enterprises and entrepreneurial success stories.
India as the frontline player in the Global Private Space Sector
India is positioning itself as a frontline player in the global private space sector. This growth has translated into real economic impact—investment in the sector has surged, with Rs 1,000 crore invested in 2023 alone.
The space economy, currently valued at $8 billion, is projected to reach $44 billion in the next decade, further cementing India’s role as a global space powerhouse.
There is India’s growing dominance in commercial space launches, with 90% of foreign satellite launches are being carried out through ISRO. It reflects the global confidence the India’s capabilities.
In a post, it is said: Congratulations ISRO for achieving the landmark milestone of 100th launch from Srihari Kota. Team ISRO, you have once again made India proud with the successful launch of GSLV-F15/NVS-02 Mission.
Reflecting on the remarkable journey of India’s space program, the visionary contributions of early pioneers like Vikram Sarabhai and Satish Dhawan, whose efforts laid the foundation for India’s burgeoning space sector, are underscored.
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