Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Telangana CM Praises Skyroot's Vikram-1 Rocket Success
The Chief Minister of Telangana, A Revanth Reddy, congratulated Skyroot Aerospace on the successful test flight of their Vikram-1 rocket.
This rocket is special because it was made entirely in India.
The Chief Minister said this is a big achievement for India's space program and makes Telangana proud.
He remembered visiting Skyroot Aerospace earlier this year and seeing the rocket being prepared for launch.
He believes this success will help Telangana become a leader in space technology and inspire more people to innovate and create new things in this field.
The rocket successfully placed multiple technology demonstration payloads and postcards, including from the Prime Minister, into a low earth orbit.
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy congratulated Skyroot Aerospace on the successful test flight of Vikram-1 under Mission Aagaman.
Vikram-1 is India's first orbital-class launch vehicle developed entirely with indigenous technology.
The Chief Minister described the success as a historic milestone for India's space sector and a moment of pride for Telangana.
He recalled his visit to Skyroot Aerospace in April 2024, where he flagged off the transportation of the Vikram-1 flight hardware to the launch site.
The successful test launch marks a significant step towards Telangana becoming a global hub for aerospace and space technology.
- Who
- Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Skyroot Aerospace
- What
- Successful test flight of Vikram-1 under Mission Aagaman
- When
- Saturday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Why
- To celebrate the achievement of India's first orbital-class launch vehicle developed with indigenous technology
Pro-Telangana Development
National Space Ambitions
Regional Pride vs. National Achievement
Pro-Telangana Development
The success highlights Telangana's growing role in India's space sector, positioning it as a hub for aerospace innovation.
National Space Ambitions
The achievement represents a significant milestone for India's private space industry, demonstrating the nation's capabilities in orbital launch technology.
- Mission Name
- Mission Aagaman
- Launch Vehicle
- Vikram-1
- Company
- Skyroot Aerospace
- Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Significance
- First orbital-class launch vehicle developed with indigenous technology
- Chief Minister's Visit
- April 2024
- Launch Site
- Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota
- Payloads
- Technology demonstration payloads and postcards, including from Prime Minister Narendra Modi
