Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to Skyroot Aerospace ahead of the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed launch vehicle, describing it as a historic milestone in the nation's space journey. The launch is scheduled for 11:30 AM on July 18, 2026.
The four-stage Vikram-1 rocket is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services. Modi stated that this mission highlights the talent, determination and entrepreneurial spirit of India's youth and demonstrates how space-sector reforms are unlocking new opportunities for innovation and enterprise.
The Prime Minister urged all Indians, especially young citizens, to follow this historic mission and join in wishing Team Skyroot success using the hashtag #IndiaWithVikram1. The announcement was made through the Prime Minister's official X (formerly Twitter) account and released by the Press Information Bureau on July 18, 2026.