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India Eyes the Moon: ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ to Be Announced from Lunar Surface by 2040, Says Dr Jitendra Singh

National Space Day 2025 Celebrates India’s Vision for a Developed Spacefaring Nation by 2047 India’s Moonshot Ambition: A Message to the Universe
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New Delhi: In a bold and inspiring statement during National Space Day celebrations at Bharat Mandapam, Union Minister for Science & Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh announced that an Indian astronaut will proclaim the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ from the surface of the Moon in the year 2040. This historic act, he said, will serve as a cosmic message that “India has arrived”, signaling the country’s emergence as a key player in global space leadership.

Celebrating National Space Day: From Inspiration to Innovation

Dr. Jitendra Singh’s speech — a blend of science, poetry, realism, and futuristic optimism — set the tone for the National Space Day 2025 celebrations. He emphasized that India’s space programme has always been about more than technology; it’s about empowering people, transforming lives, and building a better future.

National Space Day is not just a celebration of past milestones,” said Dr. Singh, “but a call to dream bigger, innovate further, and ensure space science continues to serve public welfare.

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Gaganyaan Astronauts Take Center Stage

The event was graced by the four astronauts of the upcoming Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission:

  • Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair
  • Group Captain Ajit Krishnan
  • Group Captain Angad Pratap
  • Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla

Their presence was symbolic of India’s imminent leap into manned spaceflight, with the Gaganyaan mission slated for 2027.

India’s 15-Year Space Roadmap Unveiled

Highlighting India’s space strategy for the future, Dr. Singh shared that a comprehensive 15-year roadmap has been formulated. Key highlights include:

Launch of 100+ satellites, including 70% small satellites

Collaboration between ISRO and private players

Focus on food and water security, environmental sustainability, and inclusive growth through space technologies

This roadmap emerged from over 300 interactions with user departments and resulted in 5,000+ pages of documentation, forming a scientific blueprint to guide India’s journey to 2040 and beyond.

Private Sector and Start-Up Ecosystem Fueling Growth

The Minister underlined the transformative impact of opening the space sector to private players. Once limited to government entities, India now hosts hundreds of space start-ups working on everything from satellite technology to interplanetary exploration systems.

These innovations have quietly integrated into public services, including:

  • Disaster management
  • Smart city planning
  • Drone-based land surveys
  • Infrastructure development

Honouring Young Innovators: Hackathons and Robotics Challenges

Student innovators were also in the spotlight, as Dr. Singh felicitated winners of two key competitions:

  • Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2025
  • Over 61,000 student participants
  • 8,744 teams competed

Top 3 teams emerged from a 30-hour national finale, solving challenges in AI/ML, geospatial tech, and image processing

ISRO Robotics Challenge – URSC 2025 (IRoC-U 2025)

Theme: “Fly Me on Mars”

Focus: Developing GPS-independent aerial navigation systems for Martian exploration

These platforms are cultivating the next generation of Indian space scientists and engineers.

Upcoming Missions: From Vayumitra to Venus

ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan detailed an ambitious mission calendar:

  • NavIC launch (2025)
  • Human-Robot mission “Vayumitra” (2025)
  • Gaganyaan crewed mission (2027)
  • Chandramitra lunar mission (2028)
  • Chandrayaan-4, mission to Venus, and the Bharat Antariksh Station by 2035
  • Lunar human landing mission by 2040

Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Heritage Meets Horizon

The 2025 theme, “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities”, captures India’s unique journey — blending centuries of astronomical insight with cutting-edge science. Experiments planned in life sciences, biotechnology, and space medicine are expected to benefit not just India, but all of humanity.

Read also: Viksit Bharat 2047: PM Modi’s Longest Independence Day Speech Unveils Blueprint for India’s Future – Key Highlights Inside

India’s Global Role Expands

India is no longer just a participant in space exploration but a valued contributor to international missions. “Today, other countries look to India to add value to their space efforts,” said Dr. Singh, underscoring India’s increasing role as a strategic space ally.

Conclusion: The Sky is No Longer the Limit

As India sets its sights on the Moon and beyond, the country’s space programme is evolving from symbolic milestones to deep scientific integration, policy foresight, and economic opportunity. With support from the private sector, academia, and student innovators, India is laying the foundation of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ that is truly cosmic in scale.


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