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ISRO Chief Addresses Privatization Speculations and Expansion Plans
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ISRO Chairman V Narayanan clarified that the agency is not being privatized, despite significant budget allocation to private sectors. He announced plans for expanding ISRO's operations with four new launch pads by 2029 and the upcoming uncrewed test flights for the Gaganyaan mission.
Key facts
- ISRO Chairman V Narayanan clarified that the agency is not being privatized.
- A significant portion of ISRO's budget is allocated to private sectors.
- ISRO plans to have four functional launch pads by 2029.
- The first uncrewed test flight for the Gaganyaan mission is scheduled within the next two months.