India names rocket scientist Narayanan as new space agency chief
- V. Narayanan has been appointed as the next chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation and secretary of the Department of Space, effective January 14, 2025, according to an official announcement.
- Narayanan is a distinguished scientist at ISRO, with nearly four decades of experience, and he currently serves as the director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre in Kerala.
- He has played a key role in developing cryogenic engines and led the Failure Analysis Committee for the Chandrayaan 2 mission, contributing to the success of Chandrayaan 3.
- During his two-year tenure, Narayanan aims to advance ISRO's goals, stating, 'We have a clear roadmap for India and I hope to take ISRO to greater heights as we have great talent.
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