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, and represents the opening of a new frontier for India's space ambitions. The four-stage Vikram-1 rocket is specifically designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services for satellite deployments.
The Prime Minister emphasized that this mission highlights the talent, determination and entrepreneurial spirit of India's youth, while also demonstrating how space-sector reforms are unlocking new opportunities for innovation and enterprise. He specifically urged all Indians, particularly young citizens, to witness this landmark mission and join in wishing Team Skyroot success using the hashtag #IndiaWithVikram1 on social media platforms.
This announcement was made through the Prime Minister's official X (formerly Twitter) account and was subsequently released by the Press Information Bureau (PIB Delhi) with release ID 2286010 on July 18, 2026, at 9:54 AM.