Published: 30 September 2025ISRO / PIB / IAC 2025 SydneyScience & Technology
IAC 2025 in Sydney: ISRO and IN-SPACe Showcase India's Space Ambitions
The 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025), held in Sydney, Australia from September 29 to October 3, 2025, served as a major platform for India's space establishment. ISRO and IN-SPACe jointly participated, highlighting India's progress across missions including Gaganyaan, NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar), and commercial satellite launches under the liberalised space policy. India's private space sector — including startups like Skyroot and Agnikul — also showcased innovations.
Concurrently in India, the Model Rocketry and CanSat India Student Competition was organised by IN-SPACe, ISRO, and the Astronautical Society of India at Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, with 67 teams and nearly 500 students launching payloads to about 1 kilometre altitude. This initiative reflects India's broader strategy under Space Vision 2047 — combining elite mission capability with grassroots STEM ecosystem development to build a self-sustaining space economy.
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In which city was the 76th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2025) held where ISRO and IN-SPACe showcased India's space journey?
Explanation · Correct answer BThe 76th IAC was held in Sydney, Australia from 29 September to 3 October 2025, with ISRO and IN-SPACe showcasing Gaganyaan, NISAR and commercial launches.
Frequently asked questions
What is IAC 2025 and where was it held?
IAC (International Astronautical Congress) 2025 was a major global space conference held in Sydney, Australia, from September 29 to October 3, 2025. India was represented by ISRO and IN-SPACe, who showcased the country's space programmes and commercial sector.
Which Indian space missions were highlighted at IAC 2025?
India showcased its Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme and the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite mission at IAC 2025. The growing commercial space sector facilitated by IN-SPACe was also prominently highlighted.
What is India's Space Vision 2047 and how does it relate to the CanSat competition?
Space Vision 2047 is India's long-term roadmap to develop a robust space ecosystem by the centenary of independence. As part of this initiative, 500 students competed in the CanSat and Model Rocketry competition held at Kushinagar to nurture young space talent.
What is the projected size of India's space economy by 2033?
India's space economy is projected to reach $44 billion by 2033, reflecting the country's ambitions to expand both government-led and commercial space activities. IN-SPACe plays a key role in enabling private sector participation in India's space sector.
What is IN-SPACe and what is its role?
IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre) is the regulatory and promotional body established under the Department of Space to enable and oversee non-governmental entities in India's space sector. It acts as a single-window agency for private space companies.
