Union Minister stresses need to advance space technology in India
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Space technology (ISRO, missions)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
Union Minister for Civil Aviation K. Ram Mohan Naidu highlighted the need for space technology advancement during the launch of Mission STRATO-XI, which demonstrated India's first air-breathing cold plasma propulsion.
Background
Mission STRATO-XI was a near-space demonstration conducted by Raudranex Space Technologies and Red Balloon Aerospace. The mission utilized a super-pressure balloon capable of traveling up to 25 km above the earth's surface.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TMission STRATO-XI: India's first air-breathing cold plasma propulsion in the stratosphere
- FactSuper-pressure balloon: Capable of traveling up to 25 km above earth
- PlaceSriharikota: Site for the proposed Space City in Andhra Pradesh
- PostK. Ram Mohan Naidu: Union Minister for Civil Aviation
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of near-space technology and air-breathing propulsion systems in enhancing India's strategic and commercial space capabilities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological sovereignty: Reducing reliance on foreign propulsion systems for high-altitude research
- Economic diversification: Leveraging Space City initiatives to foster a private-sector-led aerospace ecosystem
Keywords: Near-space technology · Air-breathing propulsion · Aerospace policy · Space City · Strategic autonomy
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