ISRO Space Privatisation has sparked discussion after employees raised concerns about the growing role of private and state-run companies in India’s space sector. An ISRO staff association reportedly sought clarification over plans to transfer some manufacturing and operational responsibilities currently handled by the organisation. ISRO has reassured its employees and the public that it will not be privatised and will continue as India’s principal institution for advanced space research, technology development, strategic missions and space exploration. The changes are part of India’s broader effort, launched in 2020, to increase private-sector participation in space activities. A consortium led by Hindustan Aeronautics and Larsen & Toubro is already producing the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, while Small Satellite Launch Vehicle technology has been transferred to HAL. IN-SPACe chairman Pawan Goenka said the reforms are intended to expand India’s overall space ecosystem rather than reduce ISRO’s importance.
