V Narayanan Appointed Next ISRO Chief: From Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Architect to Leading India’s Space Mission

In a historic move, V Narayanan, the propulsion architect behind India’s successful Chandrayaan-3 mission, has been appointed as the next chief of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Narayanan’s appointment marks a significant milestone in India’s space exploration journey, given his pivotal role in the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which successfully landed on the Moon in 2023.

Having been a part of ISRO for over three decades, Narayanan brings invaluable expertise in spacecraft propulsion, which was instrumental in ensuring the success of India’s ambitious lunar exploration mission. Under his leadership, ISRO is expected to continue pushing the boundaries of space research and technology, focusing on more advanced missions, including future Mars explorations and satellite launches.

As the new ISRO chief, Narayanan is poised to lead India’s space program to new heights, with a focus on strengthening ISRO’s technological capabilities, international collaborations, and innovative space missions. His deep understanding of propulsion systems and space science is expected to help ISRO achieve even more ambitious goals in the coming years, solidifying India’s place as a global leader in space exploration.

Narayanan’s appointment is a testament to ISRO’s commitment to fostering homegrown talent and leadership as it aims to conquer new frontiers in space exploration.