Archive · 25 Jul 2025
ISRO's Ambitious Plan: Space Station, More Satellites by 2028
India's space agency, ISRO, wants to do big things in space!
They plan to build their own space station by 2035, like a home in space, with the first part ready in 2028.
They also want to launch lots more satellites, aiming to triple the number in just three years.
This will help them do more in space, like helping people on Earth.
They have many rocket launches planned this year, including one with NASA.
Plus, they're building a new launch site and working to send Indian astronauts into space by 2027.
They are also working with Japan on a future mission.
ISRO plans to establish its own space station by 2035, with the first module in orbit by 2028.
India aims to nearly triple its satellite count from 55 to at least 150 within three years.
ISRO has 12 launch vehicle missions planned for the year, including the NISAR mission on July 30.
A third launch pad is approved at Sriharikota with a budget of approximately ₹4,000 crore.
The Gaganyaan mission, aiming to put Indian astronauts in space, is targeted for the first quarter of 2027.
- Who
- ISRO, led by Chairman V Narayanan.
- What
- ISRO is planning to build a space station, increase satellite numbers, and advance its space program.
- When
- The space station is planned for 2035, with first module in 2028. Satellite count to triple in three years. Gaganyaan mission in Q1 2027.
- Where
- India, specifically Sriharikota for the new launch pad.
- Why
- To advance India's space capabilities, seize business opportunities, and meet increasing demands for space-based services.
- Space Station Goal
- 2035
- First Module in Orbit
- 2028
- Current Satellites
- 55
- Target Satellite Count
- 150+
- Gaganyaan Mission
- Q1 2027
- New Launch Pad Budget
- ₹4,000 crore