India's private space industry shoots for the stars
India's private space industry has rapidly expanded since the sector opened to private players in 2020, now hosting over 400 startups and attracting more than $500 million in investment. Entrepreneurs like Skyroot Aerospace co-founder Pawan Chandana emphasize the significance of this growth, aiming to quintuple the country's $8.4 billion space economy share in the global market within seven years. The legacy of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has been pivotal in fostering this boom, with private companies leveraging established infrastructure and expertise to innovate.