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Prime Minister Modi met with India's space startups, praising their ambition and energy. National Space Day celebrates Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon's south pole. This achievement marks India's significant progress in space exploration and scientific innovation. ISRO Chairman Narayanan recalled humble beginnings and highlighted global data sharing. The day aims to inspire greater interest in science and technology for all.
Privatisation of space is the “democratisation of space opportunities,” Union Minister Gajendra Shekhawat asserted at the event, organised by the Space Applications Centre, ISRO, and the Department of Science
In an interaction with CEOs and founders of 20 space startups on Friday (August 21, 2026), Mr. Modi also highlighted India's cost-competitiveness in launching space ventures