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ISRO Announces Launch of "Shukrayaan-1" Venus Mission for Late 2026.

Science & Technology | Dated: 29 Dec 2025

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially scheduled the launch of its Venus Orbiter Mission, "Shukrayaan-1", for late 2026. The mission aims to study the surface and atmosphere of Venus, specifically investigating its dense sulfuric acid clouds and potential volcanic activity.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • It will carry high-resolution Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) to penetrate the cloudy atmosphere.
  • Sweden, France, and Germany are collaborating by providing scientific payloads for the mission.
  • This will be India's first mission to the "Twin Sister of Earth".

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Mission: Shukrayaan-1.
  • Target Planet: Venus.
  • Key Study: Sulfuric acid clouds.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the name of ISRO's first mission to Venus, scheduled for launch in 2026?

Correct Answer: Shukrayaan-1

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About ISRO

  • Chairman – S. Somanath
  • HQ – Bengaluru