India to Launch European Union’s Solar Observatory Satellite Proba-3 in December, announces Dr. Jitendra Singh

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, announced that India will launch the European Union's Proba-3 satellite in early December, marking a significant milestone in Indo-EU space collaboration. Speaking at the 3rd Indian Space Conclave, he highlighted the satellite’s mission to observe the Sun, underscoring both nations’ commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. This mission builds upon previous EU launches with ISRO but is unique in its focus on solar research, adding to ISRO’s recent achievements, including the Chandrayaan-3 mission. He credited Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi's 2020 space policy reforms with unlocking India's space potential, enabling private sector growth, and spurring over 300 space-focused startups. This shift has not only curbed brain drain but also attracted Indian talent back from abroad, previously drawn to agencies like NASA.

At the event, EU Ambassador to India and Bhutan, Mr. Herve Delphin, described India as a cost-effective and dynamic space power, applauding its recent advancements and collaboration potential. Mr. Delphin outlined the EU’s ambitions for expanded partnership with India in areas like Earth observation, space security, and space-based solutions for global issues such as climate change. As India advances with plans for ambitious missions like Gaganyaan and a space station by 2035, it is emerging as a key player in space exploration. During the Conclave, the Union Minister also unveiled SPADE, a product by Suhora Technologies, and presented ISpA awards, emphasizing India's vision for an advanced space sector contributing to national and global scientific progress.

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