Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi did a full review of the Gaganyaan Mission’s progress and gave astronaut wings to the people who were chosen to go on the mission.
The Gaganyaan Mission is India’s first attempt to send a person into space, and many centers within ISRO are working hard to get ready for it.
PM Modi also announced the names of the four pilots who will be part of India’s historic first manned space journey. Look for these names:
1. Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair.
2. Group Captain Ajit Krishnan.
3. Group Captain Angad Pratap.
4. Wing Commander Subhanshu Shukla.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviews the progress of the Gaganyaan Mission and bestows astronaut wings to the astronaut designates, Group Captain Prashanth Nair, Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla. pic.twitter.com/Yyiv499ARp
— ANI (@ANI) February 27, 2024
It’s important to note that the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) wants to start this big project between 2024 and 2025.
PM Modi spoke at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram. He said, “They are not just four names or four people; they are the four powers that will take the hopes of 140 crore Indians to space.” After 40 years, an Indian is going to space. This time, we own the time, the countdown, and the rocket.
#WATCH | At Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, PM Modi says “In the development journey of every country, there are some moments which not only define the present, but also the future of its coming generations. Today is one such moment for India…” pic.twitter.com/BcSjjk5GLW
— ANI (@ANI) February 27, 2024
“As every country grows, there are times that shape not only the present but also the future of the people who will live there in the future.” Today is one of those times for India.”
Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan, Union Minister Muraleedharan, and ISRO Chairman S. Somanath were with the Prime Minister during the tour.
The Prime Minister’s office said on Monday that three important space infrastructure projects will be inaugurated during his visit to the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre in Thiruvananthapuram. These projects will help the PM’s plan to reform the country’s space sector and make it more technical and R&D (research and development) capable.
#WATCH | At Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) in Thiruvananthapuram, PM Modi says “A while ago, the country saw 4 Gaganyaan travellers. They are not just 4 names or 4 human beings, they are the four powers that are going to take the aspirations of 140 crore Indians to space. An… pic.twitter.com/YzjN9h9Nbp
— ANI (@ANI) February 27, 2024
As part of the projects, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota has the PSLV Integration Facility (PIF). The ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri has the new “Semi-cryogenics Integrated Engine and Stage Test Facility,” and VSSC in Thiruvananthapuram has the “Trisonic Wind Tunnel.” These projects, which cost a total of about Rs. 1800 crore, provide the space field with cutting-edge technical infrastructure.
The PSLV Integration Facility (PIF) at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota should make it possible for 15 PSLV launches a year instead of just 6. In addition, this high-tech center can support launches for SSLV and other small launch vehicles made by private space companies.
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