"3...2...1...Lift Off": Moment India's 1st Private Space Rocket Took Off. Watch
Skyroot Aerospace has successfully launched its Vikram-1 private rocket from Andhra Pradesh, marking a significant milestone for India's private space sector. The rocket features advanced carbon composite materials and a 3D-printed liquid engine, designed to place satellites into orbit.
Why it matters
The success of Vikram-1 demonstrates the growing capability of private companies in India to contribute to orbital-class space missions, reducing reliance on state-run agencies.
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 private rocket took off today from Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota after a brief "planned hold", marking a major milestone for India's rapidly expanding private space sector.10 seconds before takeoff, the Skyroot team began a countdown. At 3, 2, 1, 0 -- the rocket was launched with bright orange flames and huge billowing clouds of white smoke erupting from the base of the vehicle. A video then showed the rocket becoming a bright streak of fire and smoke as it went up in the sky.#WATCH | Andhra Pradesh: India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, Vikram-1, launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in SriharikotaBuilt by Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace, Vikram-1 is powered by three solid-fuel stages and a liquid orbital adjustment... pic.twitter.com/QQC9CPjcxH - ANI (@ANI) July 18, 2026All about Vikram-1Vikram-1 is India's first privately developed rocket designed to place satellites into orbit.
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