Kerala signs MoU with Isro's VSSC to promote space technology in state

The agreement will facilitate VSSC to support the state's proposal to set up the country's first Space Systems Park

The Kerala government and Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to give a push to the state's endeavour in space technology. Kerala is also planning to set up a space park.

The agreement was signed by State IT Secretary M Sivasankar and VSSC Director S Somanath in the presence of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, at the CM’s Office on Thursday.

“With VSSC and the Kerala Government joining hands for the project, Kerala is set to make major strides in the space technology sector. This partnership will create an ideal ambiance for advanced research and