Overview
- Science Minister Jitendra Singh told Parliament that ISRO has completed the five‑module station’s overall configuration, which a national‑level committee has reviewed.
- The Union Cabinet’s September 2024 decision cleared development and launch of the base module BAS‑01, with liftoff targeted by 2028.
- The revised Gaganyaan allocation now totals Rs 20,193 crore and covers precursor missions as well as development and launch of BAS‑01.
- ISRO is building BAS‑01 subsystems to international standards to ensure interoperability and is exploring collaboration and access to niche test facilities with other agencies.
- India’s Gaganyaan crewed demonstration to Low Earth Orbit is intended to validate capabilities for the station, positioning the country to join the small group that has operated national space stations.