PM Modi to Unveil India’s First Private Orbital Rocket Vikram-I
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil India’s first private orbital rocket, Vikram-I, built by Skyroot Aerospace, on Thursday, November 27, 2025. The virtual event at 11 AM will also feature the inauguration of Skyroot’s new Infinity Campus.
Key Highlights
- Vikram-I is India’s first privately-built orbital rocket
- Infinity Campus can produce one orbital rocket monthly
- Event marks major milestone in India’s private space sector growth
About the Infinity Campus
The 2,00,000 square foot Infinity Campus is a state-of-the-art facility for designing, developing, integrating, and testing multiple launch vehicles. This production capacity will help Skyroot accelerate rocket manufacturing as it strengthens India’s private space capabilities.
Skyroot’s Journey
Founded by IIT alumni and former ISRO scientists Pawan Chandana and Bharath Dhaka, Skyroot Aerospace leads India’s private space sector. The company made history in November 2022 by successfully launching Vikram-S, India’s first private rocket to reach space.
Growing Private Space Ecosystem
This milestone reflects the rapid growth of India’s private space ecosystem, driven by government reforms that enable private companies to innovate and compete globally. The Vikram-I unveiling signals enhanced collaboration between government agencies and private firms, boosting India’s position in the global space arena while driving technological and economic growth.
