>The successful launch of PSLV C-23 (July 1) with its five co-passenger satellites, is yet another triumphant moment for the Indian space programme. India’s advantage is that it offers cost-effective benefits which should make it an attractive destination for future space launch deals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also done well to discard the notion that expenditure on India’s space programme is a waste of money. The deep synergy between space science and research with the life of the common man can hardly be exaggerated. One only hopes that ISRO has similar success with the GSLV programme.
Amritpal Singh,
Amritsar
India’s continuous and consistent string of successful launches with the PSLV has made it one of the most reliable and also the most economical means for nations wanting to launch their own satellites. We are now a force to reckon with in the lucrative space launch market. India has always committed itself to the use of its space technology for the betterment of humanity.
Geethu Issac,
Thiruvananthapuram
Indian scientists are second to none. The fact that there were five satellites of advanced nations on an Indian launch vehicle makes this even greater. Other sectors must learn to work hard and ensure that we reach developed status soon.
Parmeshwar Lal Poddar,
Lucknow
The launch is undoubtedly an endorsement of the capabilities of our scientists and we need to congratulate all in the space community for their contributions, big and small, toward this great achievement. The event is also an occasion to highlight the fact that funds allotted to scientific research in the annual Budgets of India are not in proportion to what can be achieved. There is no encouragement for research. The Prime Minister should rectify this anomaly and sanction more funds for scientific research especially in the field of space technology. Space scientists should also explore the possibilities of using space research and technology especially in aid of the agriculture sector.
Karavadi Raghava Rao,
Vijayawada
