Shukrayaan-1 mission: What’s the ISRO budget for the project?

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The Shukrayaan-1 mission to Venus is set to launch in 2024. The mission concept was conceived back in 2012 to make it a historical endeavour.

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The Shukrayaan-1 mission is expected to cost between Rs. 500 crore and Rs. 1,000 crore, depending on the complexity of its instrumentation.

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ISRO Chairman S. Somanath emphasises the financial commitment to planetary exploration, supporting the Shukrayaan-1 mission.

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Shukrayaan-1 mission's launch is timed with specific windows that occur roughly every 19 months, but unforeseen challenges caused a shift to December 2024.

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The delay in the mission's launch was due to pandemic-related disruptions in manufacturing and commitments to commercial launch services.

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ISRO has identified alternative launch opportunities in 2026 and 2028, demonstrating their adaptability in the face of unforeseen circumstances.

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Shukrayan-1 mission's delay had ripple effects on other ISRO projects, including Aditya L-1 and Chandrayaan-3.

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This underscores how space exploration missions are interconnected, requiring precise coordination.

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ISRO's ability to adapt to challenges and execute missions with precision is showcased through alternative launch opportunities.

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As Shukrayaan-1 prepares for its historic mission to Venus, it does so with a flexible budget and a commitment to overcoming obstacles in the realm of planetary exploration.

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All of it is tailored towards making the Shukrayaan-1 mission a historic success for India.