The Department of Posts, Karnataka Postal Circle, today unveiled two commemorative postage stamps and souvenir sheets celebrating the remarkable progress of India’s human spaceflight programme led by the Indian Space Research Organisation. The stamps, released at a function in Bengaluru, trace India’s inspiring journey in space exploration, from the launch of Aryabhata to its ambitious future plans in human spaceflight and orbital infrastructure. The design also highlights India’s rich scientific heritage, symbolised by the iconic Jantar Mantar.

Addressing the gathering, ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan outlined the organisation’s growth trajectory across various states and detailed upcoming milestones. He said ISRO is preparing for the Gaganyaan mission, which will include three crewed missions followed by a fully safe crewed mission. He also revealed plans for establishing an Indian Space Station with 52-tonne flight modules, with the first module targeted for launch by 2028. Additionally, studies are underway for a future crewed lunar mission. Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla, who was present at the event, shared his experiences in space with students, inspiring young minds about careers in space science and exploration. The programme was presided over by K. Prakash, Chief Postmaster General of the Karnataka Circle.