Written by Karan Sharma July 22, 2025
This will make India the fourth country capable of sending humans to space, joining the US, Russia, and China.
ISRO has trained four astronauts in Russia, with three set to embark on the seven-day orbital mission while one remains as backup.
The spacecraft is completely indigenous and will orbit Earth at 400 km, with astronauts wearing special orange suits designed by NIFT.
Remarkably, the mission costs just ₹10,000 crore—ten times cheaper than similar NASA projects.
Before the final launch, ISRO will conduct two unmanned test flights in 2024 to ensure safety.
The astronauts underwent intense training, including underwater simulations to prepare for zero-gravity conditions.
Gaganyaan is just the beginning—India aims to build its own space station by 2035 and land on the Moon by 2040.
The mission will inspire millions of young Indians and showcase the country’s technological advancements globally.
As the countdown begins, the nation waits eagerly to witness this historic milestone in space exploration.
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