India, July 18 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today, extended his best wishes to Skyroot Aerospace ahead of the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed launch vehicle, describing it as a historic milestone in the nation's space journey. Shri Modi said that the launch of Vikram-1 marks the opening of a new frontier for India's space ambitions and reflects the country's growing capabilities in innovation, technology and entrepreneurship.
The Prime Minister also urged citizens, particularly the youth, to witness this landmark mission.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
A historic new frontier for India's space journey!
At 11:30 AM today, Skyroot Aerospace will ...