New Delhi, July 17 -- Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh has dismissed reports of mass resignations at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), saying there was "no controversy" surrounding the matter.

Speaking on Thursday, Singh said ISRO continues to induct new talent even as some employees leave the organisation.

"Many have gone, many have come. ISRO has a very large workforce. As people leave, many also join," he said, according to India Today.

Singh's statement came after sources told the Times of India that at least 100 scientists resigned from ISRO's flagship programmes. The report claimed that the departures included key personnel, such as LVM-3 project Director Victo...