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46 yrs after SLV-3, Skyroot’s Vikram-1 set to mark new chapter in private space journey

Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1, India’s first private orbital rocket, is scheduled for launch. This launch occurs 46 years after ISRO’s SLV-3 mission from Sriharikota. The Vikram-1 rocket is 22 meters tall and built with advanced composite structures. This maiden orbital test flight aims to gather crucial flight data for future development. The mission marks a significant milestone for India’s burgeoning private space sector.

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