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Woman Robot Astronaut "Vyommitra" to Fly Before Gaganyaan Mission.

Science & Technology | Dated: 03 Feb 2026

Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh confirmed that the woman robot astronaut "Vyommitra" will fly into space in the third quarter of 2024, ahead of ISRO's ambitious Gaganyaan mission. Vyommitra (Friend of the Sky) is designed to simulate human functions and interact with the life support system.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • It can monitor module parameters and perform switch panel operations.
  • The Gaganyaan mission aims to send Indian astronauts to space in 2025.
  • Vyommitra looks like a human from the waist up.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Robot: Vyommitra.
  • Mission: Gaganyaan.
  • Agency: ISRO.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the name of the female robot astronaut developed by ISRO for the Gaganyaan mission?

Correct Answer: Vyommitra

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About ISRO

  • Chairman – S. Somanath
  • HQ – Bengaluru