The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is poised to make history in December 2025 by launching its first humanoid robot, Vyommitra, into space. This ground-breaking mission marks a significant milestone in India's space program. The robot will play a crucial role in testing spacecraft systems and environments before manned crews are sent to the unknown.
Vyommitra , derived from Sanskrit and translates to ‘friend in space’, was unveiled by ISRO i n 2020 for the Gaganyaan mission. It is a semi-humanoid robot designed to act as an intelligent, anthropomorphic companion for astronauts, performing both mechanical and communication responsibilities aboard India's crewed spaceship.
Equipped with advanced sensors, voice recognition systems, and decision-making algorithms, Vyommitra w