Proud moment, says LG Sinha
New Delhi/Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Skyroot Aerospace on the successful launch of Vikram-1, describing it as a defining moment in India’s space journey and saying the achievement would inspire youngsters to dream bigger and innovate fearlessly.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said he had spoken to the Skyroot Aerospace team following the successful mission.
“Spoke to the team of Skyroot Aerospace and congratulated them on the successful launch of Vikram-1. This is a defining moment in India’s space journey. The growing participation of our private sector is opening new frontiers and accelerating innovation. This achievement will encourage countless youngsters to dream bigger and innovate fearlessly,” PM Modi said.
Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also congratulated Team Skyroot Aerospace on the successful maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1.
In his congratulatory message, Sinha said, “Heartiest congratulations to Team Skyroot Aerospace on the successful maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1. This historic achievement is a proud moment for the nation and reflects Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of strengthening India’s space sector through innovation and private enterprise.”
“I applaud Team Skyroot for their pioneering spirit and dedication. May this remarkable success inspire our youth to embrace science and innovation and contribute to India’s journey as a global leader in space exploration,” the Lieutenant Governor added.
Earlier, during a telephonic conversation with Skyroot Aerospace CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana and Co-founder Bharat Daka, the Prime Minister congratulated the team for successfully placing six payloads, including two satellites, into a 450-km low-Earth orbit aboard India’s first privately developed orbital launch vehicle.
Addressing the founders, Modi said he had watched the entire launch and praised the young team behind the achievement.
“Congratulations to Pawan, Bharat and the rest of the team. Your feat will inspire youngsters to come forward. I was watching the entire launch programme today. Your entire Skyroot Aerospace team looks like they are 25-30 years of age,” he said.
Calling the mission a testament to India’s self-reliance, the Prime Minister said the successful launch reflected the country’s technological capabilities under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Chandana informed him that the rocket had been completely designed and manufactured in India.
