‘Impressed by their energy & ambition’: PM Modi meets India’s space startups
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Indian space startups to celebrate National Space Day, which commemorates the successful Chandrayaan-3 mission. The event highlighted the government's support for the growing private space sector and the technological achievements of ISRO.
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India's push to integrate private startups into its space program is a key component of its strategy to become a global leader in aerospace and satellite technology.
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared a video of his interaction with members of India's space startups on the occasion of National Space Day, highlighting their energy and ambition in the country's growing space sector.Sharing the video on X, PM Modi wrote, “Met India’s brightest space StartUps. As always, came away impressed by their energy and ambition. You would love their insights and optimism.”He also asked people to share their views on India's space programme, writing, “Do tell me...what excites you most about India’s space journey?”PM Modi, Shah greet citizens on National Space DayPM Modi had earlier greeted citizens on National Space Day, saying, “Happy National Space Day!
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