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Meet V Narayanan, rocket scientist who is set to succeed S Somanath as new ISRO chief

DNA Wednesday, 8 January 2025
Having joined ISRO in 1984, Narayanan has significantly contributed to various projects. He is currently responsible for developing liquid, semi-cryogenic, and cryogenic propulsion systems for launch vehicles and overseeing control systems.
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News video: V Narayanan, LPSC director, to succeed S Somanath as ISRO Chairman on January 14, 2025

V Narayanan, LPSC director, to succeed S Somanath as ISRO Chairman on January 14, 2025 03:35

V Narayanan, a distinguished scientist and director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre, has been appointed as the new Chairman of ISRO, succeeding S Somanath. With over three decades at ISRO, Narayanan played a pivotal role in developing India's cryogenic engine technology. He will officially...

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