NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed launch vehicle, describing it as a “historic new frontier” in the country’s space journey and a reflection of the talent and entrepreneurial spirit of India’s youth.
In a post on X ahead of the launch, the Prime Minister said Vikram-1, developed by Skyroot Aerospace, is India’s first privately built orbital launch vehicle and is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services.
“A historic new frontier for India’s space journey! At 11:30 AM today, Skyroot Aerospace will undertake the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed launch vehicle. This four-stage rocket is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services. This mission highlights the talent, determination and entrepreneurial spirit of our youth. It also shows how our space-sector reforms are unlocking new opportunities for innovation and enterprise. My best wishes to the entire Skyroot Aerospace team for a successful launch. May Vikram-1 soar high, create history and inspire a generation of innovators. I urge all Indians, especially my young friends, to follow this historic mission and join in wishing Team Skyroot success using IndiaWithVikram1,” PM Modi wrote,
