New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his address for the 118th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, highlighted India's “historic achievements” in space.
“My dear compatriots, at the beginning of 2025 itself, India has achieved many historic achievements in the field of space,” Prime Minister Modi said.
He lauded Bengaluru-based private space technology startup Pixxel for its significant contribution in strengthening the country's space sector.
“Today, I am proud to announce that Pixxel, an Indian Space-Tech start-up, has successfully launched India's first privately owned satellite constellation – 'Firefly'. This satellite constellation is the world's best high-resolution hyperspectral satellite constellation,” he said. said.
The Prime Minister said that this achievement has not only made India a leader in modern space technology but is also a big step towards a self-reliant India.
“This success is a symbol of the growing strength and innovation of our private space sector. On behalf of the entire country, I congratulate the team at Pixxel, ISRO and IN-SPACe on this achievement.”
Prime Minister Modi also mentioned the successful linking of satellites by ISRO.
“Friends, a few days ago our scientists have achieved another major achievement in the space sector. Our scientists have started docking satellites in space. When two spacecraft are connected in space, this process is called space docking. This technology is important for sending satellites, deliveries to space stations and crew missions in space India has become the fourth country to achieve this success,” the Prime Minister said.
He said Indian scientists are also making efforts to help plants grow and survive in space. For this purpose, ISRO scientists chose cow pea seeds.
“These seeds, which were sent on December 30, germinated in space itself. This is a very inspiring experiment that will pave the way for growing vegetables in space in the future. This shows how far-sighted our scientists are working,” he said.
The Prime Minister also said that the ExTeM Center at IIT Madras is working on new technologies for space manufacturing.
“This center conducts research into technologies such as 3D printed buildings, metal foam and optical fibers in space. This center also develops revolutionary methods such as concrete structures without water. This ExTeM research will strengthen India's Gaganyaan mission and the future space station. This will also open new avenues for modern technology in manufacturing,” he said.
“Friends, all these achievements are proof of how visionary Indian scientists and innovators are in providing solutions to future challenges. Today, our country is setting new benchmarks in the field of space technology. I wish the Indian scientists, innovators and young entrepreneurs my best wishes on behalf of the entire country,” he added.
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