India’s Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to phase out the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) by mid-2035, transitioning to the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV), dubbed Project Soorya. This partially reusable, environmentally friendly rocket will significantly enhance payload capabilities to 10 tonnes for Geostationary Transfer Orbit, more than doubling GSLV’s capacity. With a budget of ₹8,240 crore, Soorya aims to support India’s ambitious space goals, including establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035 and a crewed lunar landing by 2040, while fostering self-reliance and global competitiveness in the space sector. This transition underscores India’s commitment to sustainable and advanced space exploration technologies.