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Science & Technology 11 September 2026 · Event date: 10 September 2026

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addresses the International Space Summit in Paris, France

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the International Space Summit in Paris, France, via video conference, thanking President Emmanuel Macron for the invitation. He emphasized global cooperation, sustainability, and inclusion in space exploration, highlighting India's achievements like Chandrayaan-3 and plans for an indigenous space station by 2035 and a lunar landing by 2040.

Why It Matters

This press release is relevant for competitive exam candidates studying India's space achievements, international relations, and science and technology updates.

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In Simple Words

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke at the International Space Summit in Paris via video, thanking President Emmanuel Macron for the invitation. He stressed that space cooperation must prioritize long-term sustainability, inclusion, and adherence to international law over short-term gains, guided by the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.

He highlighted India's key space milestones, including Chandrayaan-3 landing near the lunar south pole, the Aditya-L1 solar mission, and the deployment of over 430 payloads from 34 countries. Looking ahead, India plans to build an indigenous space station by 2035 and send an astronaut to the Moon by 2040, while partnering with trusted allies like France.

Key Points

  • Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the International Space Summit in Paris, France, via video conference.
  • The Prime Minister thanked President Emmanuel Macron for the invitation.
  • India's approach to outer space is rooted in the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.
  • ISRO has successfully deployed over 430 payloads from 34 countries.
  • Chandrayaan-3 made India the first nation to land near the lunar south pole.
  • Aditya-L1 is currently unlocking the secrets of the Sun.
  • India plans to establish an indigenous space station by 2035 and send an astronaut to the Moon by 2040.
  • France has been a trusted partner of the Indian space program since its inception at Thumba in the 1960s.

Exam Angle

Event
International Space Summit
Location/Host
Paris, France
Key milestone
Chandrayaan-3 made India the first nation to land near the lunar south pole
Future targets
Indigenous space station by 2035 and astronaut to the Moon by 2040

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