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Download Solution PDFWho has been appointed as the new chief of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) in January 2022?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is S Somanath.
Key Points
- The Appointments Committee has approved the appointment of rocket scientist S Somanath Director, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), to the post of Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, Space Commission (ISRO).
- He has been appointed for a combined tenure of three years from the date of joining the post.
- He will succeed K Sivan who completes his extended tenure on 14 Jan'22.
Additional Information
- ISRO Chairman: S Somanath ( As of 2022).
- ISRO Headquarters: Bengaluru, Karnataka;
- ISRO established: 15 August 1969.
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