ISRO is gearing up for a landmark 2025 with a series of crucial missions, starting with the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDex) in January, followed by private PSLV launches, the NISAR Earth-observation mission, and preparatory flights for the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission.

BulletsIn

• SpaDex docking experiment scheduled for January 7.
• NVS-02 satellite launch planned for January; will replace an existing NavIC satellite.
• NISAR mission, a joint ISRO-NASA Earth observation project, slated for Q2 2025.
• PSLV N1, the first privately manufactured PSLV by HAL and L&T consortium, expected in Q1 2025.
• Two preparatory flights planned for the Gaganyaan mission, ahead of its crewed flight in 2026.
• First uncrewed Gaganyaan flight with ‘Vyommitra’ robotic payload set for Q1 2025.
• A second test vehicle mission will validate the crew escape system.
• Focus on public-private partnerships with increasing private sector involvement in space missions.