Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Andhra Pradesh has announced the establishment of a new spaceport at Hope Island under its Space City initiative. The facility is aimed at supporting private and commercial launch missions, complementing India’s existing space infrastructure at Satish Dhawan Space Centre and Kulasekharapatnam. The spaceport will focus on small and medium-lift launch vehicles, enabling startups and private companies to participate in the country’s growing space economy. Its strategic eastern coastal location leverages the equator’s advantage for fuel efficiency and launch optimisation, reflecting the state’s commitment to advancing India’s private space sector.