Gujarat Charts a New Orbit with India’s First SpaceTech Policy
In a visionary leap toward the future, Gujarat has become the first state in India to unveil a dedicated SpaceTech Policy—a bold move aimed at transforming the state into a hub for space innovation and private sector participation.
As part of this forward-looking roadmap, the state government is now gearing up to establish a satellite launchpad, with Kutch and Dholera emerging as the frontrunners for this strategic infrastructure. This marks a critical step in positioning Gujarat at the heart of India’s expanding space ecosystem.
Recognizing the complexity and precision required in such an endeavor, Gujarat plans to collaborate closely with ISRO, the Central Government, and other national agencies, ensuring regulatory alignment and seamless implementation.
The initiative gains further momentum with In-SPACe—India’s single-window body for space sector privatization—being headquartered in Ahmedabad. In-SPACe has already shown keen interest, viewing this move as perfectly aligned with its mission to open up India’s space infrastructure to startups and private innovators.
Gujarat’s SpaceTech Policy promises a well-rounded support system, offering both financial incentives and logistical assistance for companies engaged in satellite manufacturing, component production, control center development, and ground station operations. With this policy in place, the government aims to catalyze a new wave of space-related ventures and R&D in the state.
By establishing its own launchpad, Gujarat is not just reaching for the skies—it’s laying the groundwork to be a launch point for India’s next generation of space missions.