Moving towards India’s first human space flight mission, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has successfully tested the first integrated air drop parachute (IADT-01) on Sunday (August 24, 2025). Designed for Gaganyaan, this parachute is a system to control the speed of the spacecraft.

These tests have been done to return to the safe Earth of passengers on space flight. The Indian Air Force, Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard were present during the test, which shows the unity of all for this mission.

Crew module’s re -secure return test

Let us know that this parachute system is very important for a re -return of crew module after re -entry into the atmosphere. During the trial, a mock module was released from the aircraft and safely lowered with the help of a newly developed parachute assembly, which led to the success of the test.

According to ISRO officials, the purpose of IADT-01 was to check whether the entire process of opening the parachute is working correctly, including its results, parachute opening process and then opening the main large parachute. This test ensured whether the parachute is reduced properly before landing. This test assured ISRO that we are getting closer to the crew flight.

India’s first attempt in testing human campaigns

India’s Gaganyaan Mission will be launched in December 2025, which will be India’s first attempt in testing human operations in the lower orbit of the Earth. After this, this manned mission to be launched in 2028, India will become the fourth country to achieve space flight capacity with independent crew.

Designed for Gaganyaan, this parachute is designed to take a three -member crew in a class of about 400 km and then safely to Earth. According to officials, this successful test strengthens the safety of astronauts, which is the biggest priority of the mission.

IADT-01 Mission India’s big achievement

He further stated that the upcoming tests and parachutes will include testing the testing of removing the rocket from the launchpad and the practice of bringing the spacecraft back from the seas to ensure the complete preparation of the mission. The whole world is eyeing India’s space mission and the IADT-01 mission will be considered a major achievement of India.

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The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) unveiled a model of the Indian Space Station (BAS) module during the two -day National Space Day celebrations started in New Delhi on Friday (August 22, 2025). India plans to launch the first module of its own manufactured space station, BAS by 2028. With this, India will join the group of selected countries that operate orbital laboratories.

Currently, there are two orbital laboratories- the International Space Station (ISS) operated by five space agencies and the Tiangong space station of China. Under its ambitious plans for the space sector, India is planning to set up five modules of the Indian space station by 2035.

450 km above will be installed in the lower orbit of the earth

The BAS-01 module is expected to weigh 10 tonnes and will be installed in the lower orbit of the Earth 450 km above the Earth. Its main features include indigenously developed environmental control and life support system (ECLSS), India Docking System, India Birthing Mechanism, Automatic Hatch System, Micro -Gravity Research and Platforms for Technology Performance, Scientific Imaging and Audowment for Covenant’s Entertainment.

The Indian space station will also have all the things like propulsion and ECLSS fluid recurrence, radiation, thermal and subtle meteorial orbital debris (MMOD) protection, space suits.

Will give a chance to test the necessary techniques

The BAS is expected to act as a research platform for the study of various aspects of space, life science, medical and internal explorations. This will provide an opportunity to study the effects of subtle gravity on human health and test the techniques required for long -term human presence in space.

Space station will promote space tourism

This space station will promote space tourism and India will enter the commercial space sector by taking advantage of the resources of this orbital laboratory. The BAS will contribute to the ongoing international cooperation and will act as a center for scientific research and inspire the younger generation to make a career in space science and technology.

A huge BAS-01 model of 3.8 meter times 8 meters at the National Space Day celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi was the center of attraction.

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India’s space agency ISRO is today one of the major space agency in the world. This journey of scientists who once launched rockets from church and bicycle, bullock carts have reached the human mission Gaganyaan today. The glimpse of this historic journey is seen on ISRO Day, celebrated on August 23 every year.

Travel started from church

India’s first rocket launch took place on 21 November 1963 from Thuba village in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. A Latin Catholic Church here was made laboratory and from there the American Nike Apache rocket was sent to space. This experiment started from the local fishermen’s settlement and became the foundation of India’s space program.

Rocket by bullock cart and bicycle

There was a huge shortage of resources in the initial stages. Scientists had to resort to bicycles and bullock carts to carry satellite and rocket parts. In 1981, when the first communication satellite Apple was launched, the bullock cart was used to place it on a metalless platform. This picture still testifies to ISRO’s struggle and passion.

From Aryabhata to Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan

In 1975, India’s first satellite was launched from Aryabhata Soviet Union. After this, the Insat series gave India a communication revolution. At the same time, launch vehicles like PSLV and GSLV made the country self -sufficient. In the 21st century, ISRO achieved success on Moon and Mars. In 2008, Chandrayaan-1 surprised the world by discovering water on the moon and in 2013 Mangalyaan made India the first country in Asia to enter Mars orbit in the first attempt.

Preparation of Gaganyaan and Indian Space Station

Now ISRO is preparing for human mission Gaganyaan 2025. Recently, ISRO chief V. Narayan announced to launch the Test Mission in December. Along with this, work is also going on on the plan of Indian space station.

Importance of ISRO Day 2025

ISRO Day will be celebrated across the country on 23 August. This date is special because Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the moon in 2023 on this day. That place was named Shiva Shakti Point and this day was declared National Space Day. This time the theme is pioneer space innovation for a sustainable future. Its aim is that space technology should be used not only scientific research but also in the solution of challenges like agriculture, disaster and climate change.

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Indian Astronaut Special Watch: Shubhanshu Shukla is going to visit the International Space Station (ISS) next month under the Joint Mission of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). One special thing about this mission is that all astronauts will be given special watches of omega. This is a tradition, which started in the 1960s and is still a part of space operations. On this, Axiom Space said that we are eager to include Omega watches once again.

Omega watches are not only a symbol of beauty or brand, but they are proof of technical perseverance and accuracy. Talking about the two major watches used in the X-4 mission, an omega speedmaster is a professional moonwatch. It comes with manual winding. This is certified by NASA Extra-Vehicular Activity. This is the same watch, which was worn by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin in Apollo missions. The second clock is the omega X-33 Skyvocker. This is a digital and analog hybrid watch. It is specially designed for astronauts.

What is the specialty of watches?

The clocks given by NASA are different from ordinary watches in many ways. It is equipped with different mission timing modes. It works at least in gravity. It has the capacity to withstand temperatures from -160 ° C to +200 ° C. There is a strength to bear the shaking of up to 40g. It is an anti-corrosion and equipped with vacuum-proof design. At the same time, the Omega brand said that it is not just a clock, the accuracy of time and the echo of heritage.

Which countries are included in the X-4 mission?

The X-4 mission being operated by Axiom Space holds special importance for India, Poland and Hungary as it will be the first government-provided space mission of the three countries after four decades. This includes more than 60 scientific experiments. During this time research will be done on Earth Science, Microorganism, and Bio therapy. An example of international cooperation and technical partnership will be presented.