Vikram Sarabhai
Vikram Sarabhai was an Indian scientist regarded as the father of the Indian space programme.
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Vikram Sarabhai (1919 – 1971) was an Indian physicist and industrialist, widely regarded as the father of India's space programme.
Space programme
He was instrumental in establishing the Indian Space Research Organisation and convinced the government of the value of space technology for national development.
Other work
He founded several institutions, including the Physical Research Laboratory and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.
Legacy
India's Moon lander in the Chandrayaan-2 mission was named Vikram in his honour.
Frequently asked questions
Who was Vikram Sarabhai?
The father of India's space programme.
What did Vikram Sarabhai help found?
ISRO, India's space agency.