First uncrewed orbital test flight of the Gaganyaan capsule.
The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3), previously called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III), is a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is designed to launch satellites into geostationary orbit, and is intended as a launch vehicle for crewed missions under the Indian Human Spaceflight Programme.
First operational Gaganyaan capsule.
Gaganyaan DetailsThe Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bangalore. Its vision is to "harness space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and planetary exploration."
INFO WIKIOn 4 December 2024, the European Space Agency (ESA) and the Indian Space Research organisation (ISRO) signed an agreement that will see ESA provide ground station support to the missions in ISRO’s Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme.
India plans to conduct a first uncrewed orbital test flight for its Gaganyaan human spaceflight program in July this year.
Gaganyaan moves closer to first Domestic Crewed Flight for India after SM Engine Tests and Splash Down Tests with Indian Navy