Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday unveiled Skyroot Aerospace’s new Infinity Campus in Hyderabad and launched Vikram-I, India’s first privately developed commercial orbital rocket. Calling it a historic moment for the nation’s space sector, the Prime Minister said India is now firmly on the path to becoming a global leader in the satellite-launch ecosystem. The state-of-the-art Infinity Campus will serve as a hub for designing, manufacturing and testing advanced launch vehicles, marking a major boost for India’s private space industry. Vikram-I, built with cutting-edge technology and designed to place small satellites into orbit, symbolizes the rapid rise of Indian space startups. Modi praised the innovation and ambition of the country’s youth, adding that private participation will accelerate India’s journey toward becoming a major player in the global space economy.
