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It’s Time to End the Dependence on Electronic Imports for Space, Urges ISRO Chief
- ISRO chairperson V Narayanan emphasized the need to reduce India's dependence on electronic imports for the space sector.
- Currently, 90% of ISRO's launch vehicle components are indigenous, with the remaining 10% being imported electronics.
- Narayanan aims to significantly decrease electronic component imports in the next five years to boost self-reliance.
- He commended India's progress in developing indigenous technologies like the Vikram 32-bit processor.
- Highlighting ISRO's advancements, Narayanan mentioned achievements such as Chandrayaan-3's soft landing and the Mars Orbiter Mission.
- India's space program has evolved from humble beginnings to aiming for manned missions and a space station by 2035.
- The growth of India's startup ecosystem in space technology is supported by government initiatives like the deep tech fund.
- IN-SPACe plays a vital role in fostering private space sector growth in India, providing support to startups and promoting an enabling environment.
- Startups like N Space and PierSight have benefited from ISRO and IN-SPACe's support in technical assistance and mission preparations.
- Overall, India is making strides towards self-reliance in electronics crucial for space missions, with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
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