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Introduction:

ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) is the space agency of the Government of India, responsible for space exploration, satellite development, and launching missions. Established in 1969, ISRO has become a global leader in space research, known for its cost-effective and efficient approach to space technology. The agency’s primary goal is to harness space technology for national development and to conduct space research and exploration.

Current chairman: Dr. Vakkaleri Narayana Rao(Dr. V. Narayanan)

Dr. V. Narayanan, Distinguished Scientist (Apex Grade), assumed the charge of Secretary, Department of Space, Chairman, Space Commission and Chairman, ISRO on the afternoon of 13th January, 2025, succeeding Dr. S. Somanath.

Dr. S. Somanath. He took over the role in January 2022, succeeding Dr. K. Sivan. Dr. Somanath is a seasoned aerospace engineer with a strong background in space systems, propulsion, and launch vehicle development. Before becoming ISRO Chairman, he held several key positions at ISRO, including Director of the PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) and GSLV (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle) programs.

Some of the key milestones and achievements of ISRO include:

1. Satellite Launches: ISRO has developed a series of satellite systems, such as the GSAT communication satellites, the Cartosat Earth observation satellites, and the NavIC satellite navigation system.
2. Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan): In 2013, ISRO successfully launched its Mars Orbiter Mission, making India the first Asian country to reach Mars orbit and the fourth space agency worldwide to do so.
3. Chandrayaan Missions: ISRO’s Chandrayaan-1 and Chandrayaan-2 missions aimed to explore the Moon. Chandrayaan-2, launched in 2019, sought to investigate the lunar surface and search for water ice at the Moon’s south pole.
4. PSLV and GSLV Rockets: ISRO’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) are key launch vehicles used to place satellites into orbit.
5. International Collaboration: ISRO collaborates with various international space agencies like NASA, Roscosmos, and the European Space Agency (ESA) to advance space exploration and share knowledge and technology.

ISRO has earned a reputation for carrying out successful missions at a fraction of the cost of comparable international space programs, making it a model for space efficiency and innovation. With plans for future missions like human spaceflight (Gaganyaan) and further exploration of the Moon and Mars, ISRO continues to contribute significantly to global space exploration.