Skyroot Vikram-1 Orbital Rocket Launch Live: The historic launch of Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 from Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota was put on hold, minutes before its take-off. The Hyderabad-based space startup, is set to create history with the launch of its first orbital rocket launch. This launch is seen as a major milestone for India's rapidly expanding private space sector.
The launch - named 'Mission Aagaman' - which was originally scheduled for lift-off at 11:30 am will not be launched at 12:05 pm.
The rocket will take a special message, printed on a commemorative card, from Prime Minister Narendra Modi into space - which says "Vande Mataram". The vehicle will also carry hundreds of cards with wishes and aspirations from people around the world.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed launch vehicle, describing it as a "historic new frontier" in the country's space journey and a reflection of the talent and entrepreneurial spirit of India's youth.
In a post on X, PM said Vikram-1, developed by Skyroot Aerospace, is India's first privately built orbital launch vehicle and is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services.
Here are the live updates on Skyroot's Vikram 1 rocket launch:
Vikram-1 Mission Aagaman Live Updates: India's 1st Private Rocket Launched
Skyroot's Vikram-1, India's 1st privately developed orbital rocket, lifts off for historic mission
Skyroot Aerospace Vikram-1 Live Updates: India's Rocket Launch "Paused"
Vikram-1's launch put on "planned hold" minutes before takeoff
Skyroot's Vikram-1 Launch: Check Where To Catch The Historic Liftoff Live
Named after the father of India's space programme, Vikram Sarabhai, Vikram-1 represents the next stage of Skyroot Aerospace's journey.
Mission Aagaman: Vikram-1 Carries Signatures Of Its Makers Into Space
Ahead of Mission Aagaman, Skyroot Aerospace said its Vikram-1 rocket carries the signatures of the engineers, technicians and team members who helped build it, honouring everyone behind India's landmark private space mission.
Vikram-1 Launch Updates: Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh Heads To Sriharikota For launch
Heading to Sriharikota with Devaansh today for what promises to be a memorable father-son day. Every great spacefaring nation began with a dream - of daring to build, to innovate, and to push the boundaries of what seemed possible. Today is about celebrating that spirit.
— Lokesh Nara (@naralokesh) July 18, 2026
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Skyroot Vikram-1 Launch Live Updates: Space Regulator Chief On Skyroot's Historic Vikram-1 Launch
Speaking to NDTV, IN-SPACe Chairman Dr Pawan Goenka described Vikram-1 as a milestone not just for Skyroot Aerospace but also for India and the global space industry.
"I think it is a big milestone for all three. For Skyroot, for India, and perhaps even for the world," Dr Goenka said.
Former ISRO Chief Ahead of Vikram-1 Launch
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) former Chairman S Somnath also extended his best wishes to the Skyroot Aerospace team, calling the mission a significant milestone for India's growing private space sector.
My very best wishes to Team Skyroot Aerospace on the test launch of Mission Aagaman with Vikram-1 orbital rocket today.
— Dr. S Somanath (@SomanathSpeak) July 18, 2026
This is far more than the maiden orbital flight of a rocket, it marks the arrival of India's private rocket building capability and reflects the remarkable... pic.twitter.com/KIvQpX5mDd
Vikram-1 Launch Updates: "Historic Frontier" Of Space Journey, Says PM Modi Ahead Of Launch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed launch vehicle, describing it as a "historic new frontier" in the country's space journey and a reflection of the talent and entrepreneurial spirit of India's youth.
In a post on X ahead of the launch, the Prime Minister said Vikram-1, developed by Skyroot Aerospace, is India's first privately built orbital launch vehicle and is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services.
A historic new frontier for India's space journey!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 18, 2026
At 11:30 AM today, Skyroot Aerospace will undertake the maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1, India's first privately developed launch vehicle.
This four-stage rocket is designed to provide rapid and on-demand launch services.... pic.twitter.com/1qFVTwNOuZ
