The Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Program
The Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight Programme is India’s flagship effort to send its own astronauts into space aboard an indigenous spacecraft.
Indian Space Programs
India’s space program, led by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has grown into one of the most cost-effective and innovative space programs globally. Notable achievements include the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), which has become a reliable workhorse for deploying satellites, including international payloads. The Chandrayaan missions have advanced lunar exploration, with Chandrayaan-3 successfully achieving a soft landing on the Moon in 2023. India’s Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) also demonstrated its ability to execute interplanetary missions on a minimal budget, earning global acclaim.
All Indian Programs
India is increasingly focused on ambitious future projects, including the Gaganyaan human spaceflight program, planned Venus missions, and collaborations with international space agencies. By combining affordability with technological innovation, India has positioned itself as a major player in the global space arena, fostering international partnerships while pursuing independent achievements.
The X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) Program
Explore the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPOSAT), a groundbreaking space mission dedicated to studying the polarization of X-rays.
The AstroSat Program
Explore India’s AstroSat program, a pioneering space observatory mission dedicated to studying celestial objects in multiple wavelengths.
The Mars Orbiter Mission Program
Explore India’s Mars Orbiter Mission, a pioneering interplanetary endeavor showcasing ISRO’s technological prowess.
The Aditya-L1Program
Explore India’s Aditya-L1 space program, focused on solar research and space weather prediction and enhancing our understanding of the Sun.
The Chandrayaan Program
Explore India’s Chandrayaan Program, a pioneering initiative in lunar exploration, uncovering the mysteries of the Moon’s composition.