Prime Minister extends best wishes to Skyroot Aerospace

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to Skyroot Aerospace ahead of the maiden orbital launch of Vikram‑1, described in the release as India’s first privately developed launch vehicle and a historic milestone in the nation’s space journey. He highlighted the four‑stage rocket’s capability for rapid, on‑demand launch services, linked the mission to recent space‑sector reforms that are unlocking opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship, and urged citizens, especially the youth, to witness the launch scheduled for 11:30 AM on the same day.