🎯 Objectives of the Mission

The Gaganyaan mission is a significant step in India’s advancement in space technology. It has both technological and strategic objectives that pave the way for future deep space exploration.

  • Demonstrate Human Spaceflight Capability: Launch, orbit, and safely return Indian astronauts to Earth.
  • Develop Indigenous Technologies: Design and build human-rated launch vehicles, life support systems, and re-entry mechanisms within India.
  • Ensure Crew Safety: Validate critical systems like the Crew Escape System and environmental control for life support.
  • Boost National Prestige: Position India among elite spacefaring nations with independent human spaceflight capability.
  • Lay Foundation for Future Missions: Establish the groundwork for future missions to space stations, the Moon, and beyond.