Cabinet gave approval for development of first module of Bharatiya Anthariksh Station (BAS-1) and undertake missions to demonstrate and validate various technologies for building and operating BAS.
- Presently, there are two space stations in orbit namely, International Space Station and China’s Tiangong Space Station.
Revised Gaganyaan Programme
- Gaganyaan Programme approved in 2018 envisages undertaking the human spaceflight to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
- It targets development and demonstration of critical technologies for long duration human space missions.
- Under Revised Programme, ISRO will undertake four missions under ongoing Gaganyaan Programme by 2026 and development of BAS-1 & four missions for demonstration & validation of various technologies for BAS by December, 2028.
- By 2035, ISRO plans to construct additional modules to achieve full operational status for space station.
- BAS is currently in conceptualization phase, under which overall architecture, number and types of modules, docking ports etc. are being studied.
Significance of BAS
- Fulfil Amrit Kaal vision for creation of BAS by 2035 and Indian Crewed Lunar Mission by 2040.
- Boost microgravity-based scientific research, technology development activities, and encourage innovations.
- Boost employment in high-tech space and allied sectors with enhanced industrial participation.
Related NewsUnion Cabinet also approved the development of Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV), a significant step towards establishing & operating BAS.
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