The Takshashila Podcast

Fifty years ago, a modest satellite named Aryabhata marked India's bold entry into space. In this episode of All Things Policy, ShreeKeerthi, Research Analyst and Prof. Dr. Y Nithiyanadam of the Geospatial Programme at Takshashila Institution, trace Aryabhata's journey from its creation in Bangalore to its launch from the Soviet Union during the geopolitics of the 1970s. They examine the scientific hopes it inspired and the lasting legacy it created for subsequent missions like INSAT, IRS, Chandrayaan, and Mangalyaan.On the 50th Anniversary of Aryabhata's launch, they talk about the fascinating stories behind its name, explore the Indo-Soviet collaboration in space, reflect on how this single mission transformed Bangalore into the hub of India's space ambitions of Aryabhata, the future of Indian space innovation, and the lessons that continue to be relevant today, at the centre of India's space aspirations.The PGP is a comprehensive 48-week hybrid programme tailored for those aiming to del