ISRO remains a government organisation, says Chairman V Narayanan
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan dismissed concerns over the space agency's privatisation, saying it remains a government organisation while working with private companies and startups. He said India needs around 50 launch vehicles annually as the space ecosystem expands
- Why it matters
- The clarification addresses concerns that India's space program might transition to private control, confirming ISRO will stay under state ownership.
- Most affected
- Indian space industry participants — Private companies and startups continue operating within a state-controlled framework.
- Likely next
- Whether ISRO or the government issues formal policy clarification on the scope of private sector participation in India's space program.
Also reported by: Deccan Chronicle