India's Skyroot Aerospace launches Vikram-1, becoming third country with private orbital launch capability
On July 18, 2026, Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1, India’s first privately developed orbital rocket, successfully launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Initially delayed and rescheduled to 12:05 p.m., the mission carried payloads including a postcard from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This marks India as only the third country with private orbital launch capability, achieving a significant milestone in space exploration.
19 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
India's first privately-built orbital rocket, Vikram-1, launched by Skyroot Aerospace, marks a significant milestone in the nation's space sector.
20 JUL 2026
— NDTV
Prime Minister Modi praised Skyroot Aerospace's young team and indirectly criticized Rahul Gandhi's age during the Monsoon Session.
— Indian Express
Prime Minister Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi's age during his address to Parliament, comparing him to young innovators launching rockets.
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