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Modi Calls on Space Startups to Position India as Global Talent Hub
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🗓 24 Aug 2026, 07:52 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Indian space startups to build an ecosystem that draws world‑class talent and raises the country's profile in the global space arena.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a gathering of space‑technology entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need for India to develop a compelling global aura in the aerospace sector. He highlighted that fostering an environment attractive to top scientists, engineers and innovators is essential for the country's long‑term competitiveness.
Modi urged startups to collaborate, share resources and adopt best practices that can position India as a preferred destination for high‑skill talent. By creating world‑class research facilities and offering supportive policies, the ecosystem can draw experts from abroad and retain domestic specialists.
The prime minister’s appeal aligns with broader government efforts to boost indigenous capabilities in satellite manufacturing, launch services and related technologies. Strengthening the talent pipeline is seen as a key driver for expanding India's footprint in the rapidly growing global space market.
Modi urged startups to collaborate, share resources and adopt best practices that can position India as a preferred destination for high‑skill talent. By creating world‑class research facilities and offering supportive policies, the ecosystem can draw experts from abroad and retain domestic specialists.
The prime minister’s appeal aligns with broader government efforts to boost indigenous capabilities in satellite manufacturing, launch services and related technologies. Strengthening the talent pipeline is seen as a key driver for expanding India's footprint in the rapidly growing global space market.