Four Major Space Projects Approves

On 18th September 2024, the Union Cabinet greenlit four major space missions, aligning with ISRO's Vision 2047, include a mission to Venus, Chandrayaan-4, the Gaganyaan follow-up, and the development of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS).

Key Points

  • The funding allocation includes Rs 2,104.06 crore specifically for Chandrayaan-4, which builds upon the success of Chandrayaan-3, marking India’s first successful landing on the lunar south pole.
  • Chandrayaan-4 is designed as a remote mission aimed at retrieving lunar surface samples and is scheduled for launch in 2027, enhancing technology from previous missions, including lunar docking and precision landing.
  • The Venus Orbiter Mission has received Rs ....

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