ISRO Chairman S Somanath expressed optimism about the role of private players in advancing space technology, citing SpaceX s success. He highlighted the importance of government support for private companies and mentioned Indian companies like Skyroot Aerospace and Agnikul Cosmos already working in the field. Somanath also shared updates on Chandrayaan-4, part of India s moon exploration program, aiming to land on the moon in 2040. The interaction with space enthusiasts, part of ISRO s outreach efforts, lasted an hour and will continue in May.
ISRO Chairman S Somanath has said that the essence of Chandrayaan-3 extends beyond a mere call to embrace space studies; it urges participation in the broader realms of engineering and science, fostering a dynamic scientific community.