Skyroot’s Vikram-1 puts India’s private space push on global map, says PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Skyroot Aerospace’s co‑founders that the successful launch of Vikram‑1 is a clear signal that India’s private space industry is ready to compete globally. He remarked that the mission, which carried a "Vande Mataram" card into space, showcases the nation’s technological maturity and its commitment to self‑reliance. Modi added that the confidence placed in young Indian engineers has paid off, and the "mission arrival" will pave the way for more private ventures in the coming years.