Godrej Delivers ISRO’s First Human-Rated L110 Vikas Engine Stage

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) received the first human-rated L110 stage Vikas engine from Godrej's aerospace division on Thursday for the Gaganyaan project.

Isro intends to send the first Indian astronauts into orbit on a homemade rocket in 2027, while the first unmanned test flight under the Gaganyaan project is scheduled for early next year.

"This achievement reaffirms our long-standing partnership with Isro and Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), and showcases our capability to deliver mission-critical technology that strengthens India's leadership in space exploration," Maneck Behramkamdin, Executive Vice President and Business Head, Godrej Enterprises Group's aerospace business, said in a statement.

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For over 40 years, Godrej has supported India's space program by providing high-precision engines and parts for historic missions like Chandrayaan and NISAR. The crew module carrying Indian astronauts will be transported by the human-rated LVM-3 to orbit the Earth and return safely as part of the Gaganyaan mission.

"This is not just a milestone for Godrej Enterprises Group, but also a matter of immense national pride. Contributing to India's first human spaceflight programme is both an honour and a responsibility that we carry with the highest commitment." "This achievement reaffirms our long-standing partnership with Isro and LPSC, and showcases our capability to deliver mission-critical technology that strengthens India's leadership in space exploration," Behramkamdin said.