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title: "Indian Space Policy 2023: Reforms Explained | Model Diplomat"
description: "The Indian Space Policy 2023 opens the sector to private firms and splits ISRO, IN-SPACe, NSIL roles. Key UPSC GS3 facts, dates, and what changed for NGEs."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Indian Space Policy 2023 is the Government of India's framework liberalising the space sector by enabling private participation and delineating roles for ISRO, IN-SPACe, NSIL, and the Department of Space.
- Is the Indian Space Policy 2023 legally binding legislation?
- How do the roles of IN-SPACe and NSIL differ under the policy?
- What is the redefined mandate of ISRO under the 2023 policy?
- What can Non-Government Entities now do under the Indian Space Policy 2023?

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1. 6 April 2023

   The Indian Space Policy 2023 was approved by the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on , and released publicly by the Department of Spac…

2. 20 April 2023

   The Indian Space Policy 2023 was approved by the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on 6 April 2023, and released publicly by the Depart…

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In May 2024, Agnikul Cosmos launched its Agnibaan SOrTeD demonstrator from Sriharikota after securing IN-SPACe authorisation under the Indian Space Policy 2023, becoming the first Indian firm to fly a vehicle from its own launchpad.

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