Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:01am on 17 Jul 2026,Friday Science
India’s space programme is grappling with a growing talent exodus as more than 100 scientists have resigned or opted for voluntary retirement from the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) in recent months. The Department of Space has responded by tightening rules governing resignations and voluntary retirement for personnel involved in flagship missions, including Gaganyaan. The departures come amid rising opportunities in India’s expanding private space sector, where scientists are reportedly attracted by higher salaries, stronger career growth and greater professional recognition. The trend has raised concerns about retaining experienced talent within the national space agency as India pursues ambitious space exploration and commercial space objectives in the coming years. (PC: Generative AI by India Today)
