🌍 Gaganyaan vs. Other Space Missions

While several countries have launched human spaceflight programs, Gaganyaan stands out as a uniquely Indian effort that blends indigenous innovation with global inspiration. Here’s how it compares to other prominent missions:

• USA – NASA: Programs like Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo established the foundation for modern crewed missions. NASA now collaborates with private players like SpaceX and Boeing for transport to the ISS.
• Russia – Roscosmos: The first to send a human (Yuri Gagarin) to space. Russia’s Soyuz program remains a benchmark in reliable human spaceflight operations.
• China – CNSA: China has independently launched multiple crewed missions and even constructed its own space station, Tiangong.
• India – ISRO: Gaganyaan will be India’s first crewed mission. Unlike the Cold War-era missions driven by rivalry, Gaganyaan emphasizes peaceful exploration, low-cost innovation, and long-term self-reliance.

Gaganyaan marks not just a technological milestone, but also a historic and symbolic achievement that aligns with India’s vision of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India) in space exploration.