In a significant endorsement of India’s burgeoning private space sector, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated Skyroot Aerospace’s advanced Infinity Campus and showcased the Vikram-I orbital rocket. This state-of-the-art facility, spanning a vast 200,000 square feet, is engineered to handle the complete lifecycle of designing, developing, integrating, and testing multiple launch vehicles. The Prime Minister hailed the event as an ‘unprecedented’ milestone, underscoring the growing role of private enterprise in India’s space ambitions. He remarked that the Infinity Campus embodies India’s forward-thinking approach, its dedication to pioneering innovation, and the vibrant capabilities of its young minds. Modi drew a powerful parallel between India’s early space endeavors, which began with minimal resources and involved transporting rocket parts by bicycle, and its present-day achievement as a globally recognized producer of dependable launch vehicles. He asserted that India’s prowess in space technology is drawing international attention, making it a prime destination for global investors. With the global space economy poised for substantial growth, India’s youth are presented with immense opportunities. Skyroot, a leader in the private space domain, was founded by entrepreneurs with deep roots in India’s space program.
