New Delhi, May 7 (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that Indian rockets carry the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians. He noted that India’s space vision is rooted in the ancient philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (the world is one family).
The Prime Minister addressed the Global Conference on Space Exploration (GLEX) 2025 via video conferencing. Welcoming representatives, scientists, and astronauts from around the world, the Prime Minister highlighted India’s remarkable space journey in GLEX 2025 and stated that space is not just a destination, but a declaration of curiosity, courage, and collective progress. From launching a small rocket in 1963 to becoming the first country to land near the Moon’s south pole, our journey has been remarkable. He emphasized that Indian rockets carry much more than payloads; they carry the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians. India’s space advancements are significant scientific milestones and serve as proof that the human spirit can challenge gravity.
He recalled India’s historic achievement of reaching Mars on its first attempt in 2014. He highlighted that Chandrayaan-1 helped discover water on the Moon, Chandrayaan-2 provided the highest resolution images of the lunar surface, and Chandrayaan-3 furthered understanding of the Moon’s south pole. He said, “India has developed cryogenic engines in record time, launched 100 satellites in a single mission, and successfully deployed over 400 satellites for 34 countries using Indian launch vehicles.” He emphasized India’s latest achievement of docking two satellites in space this year, calling it a significant step in space exploration.
Modi stated that India’s space vision is rooted in the ancient philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family). He emphasized that India’s space journey is not just about its own development but is also about enriching global knowledge, addressing shared challenges, and inspiring future generations. He highlighted India’s commitment to collaboration, stating that the nation stands ready to dream together, build together, and reach for the stars together. He called for the start of a new chapter in space exploration guided by collective aspirations for science and a better future.
The Prime Minister said that India’s space journey is not about competing with others but about reaching greater heights together. He stressed the collective goal of exploring space for the benefit of humanity. He mentioned that the G-20 satellite mission, launched during India’s presidency, will be a significant contribution to the Global South. Modi stated that in the coming weeks, an Indian astronaut will travel to the International Space Station as part of a joint ISRO-NASA mission. He outlined India’s long-term vision, stating that by 2035, the Indian space station will facilitate unprecedented research and international collaboration. He announced that by 2040, an Indian astronaut will leave footprints on the Moon and noted that Mars and Venus will remain key targets in India’s future space ambitions.
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