National Space Day 2026: PM Narendra Modi Hails India’s Space Rise, Says Gen Z, Private Sector Driving New Technologies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to scientists and the nation on National Space Day, praising India's expanding presence in the global space order and highlighting the crucial role played by Gen Z engineers and private sector innovators in driving futuristic technologies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to scientists and the nation on National Space Day, praising India's expanding presence in the global space order and highlighting the crucial role played by Gen Z engineers and private sector innovators in driving futuristic technologies.
In a video message shared on X, the Prime Minister emphasized that India's rapid strides in space exploration are integral to achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. He noted that the country's youth are actively developing breakthrough solutions-spanning advanced propulsion systems, composite materials, rocket stages, and specialized satellite platforms. ISRO 2026-27 Roadmap: 27 Space Missions Planned, Focus on Gaganyaan Human Spaceflight and Reusable NGLV Technology.
According to PM Modi, the opening of the space sector to private enterprise has transformed India into a global hub for investment and technological talent. He added that the achievements of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) continue to inspire millions of young students across the country to pursue careers in science and research.
The statement follows PM Modi’s recent interaction with founders and CEOs of 20 leading Indian space startups. During the meeting, he urged young entrepreneurs to broaden the application of space-based technologies into sectors such as agriculture, climate monitoring, and disaster management to enhance citizens' quality of life. NASA Invites ISRO To Join Moon Base Programme As India-US Deepen Space Cooperation.
PM Modi Greets Nation on National Space Day
Happy National Space Day! 🛰️
Here’s to dreaming even bigger, innovating more and pushing newer frontiers.... pic.twitter.com/ZebTBth2bA
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 23, 2026
National Space Day is celebrated annually on August 23 to mark the anniversary of Chandrayaan-3’s historic soft landing near the lunar south pole in 2023, an achievement that made India the first country to land in the region.
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