India Hosts ISO International Subcommittee Meetings on ‘Space Systems and Operations’
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the National Standards Body of India, organised the 35th Plenary and Working Groups meetings of the ISO TC 20 / SC 14 ‘Space Systems and Operations’ subcommittee of International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) at New Delhi.
Speaking at the Opening Plenary at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Ms. Nidhi Khare, Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, highlighted the importance of global collaboration in advancing standards and India’s growing role in shaping the international space standards ecosystem. She said – “It is a matter of immense pride for India to host this meeting as we stand at the forefront of global space transformation.
On this occasion, Sanjay Garg, Director General, Bureau of Indian Standards, highlighted the important role of standardisation in ensuring quality, safety, and global competitiveness in India’s growing space sector.
Dr. Pawan Goenka (Chairman, IN-SPACe) underscored the transformative growth of India’s space ecosystem, driven by policy reforms and private sector participation, and stressed the importance of robust standards in enabling innovation, fostering industry confidence, and facilitating India’s integration into the global space economy.
The event witnessed participation of 131 international delegates from 13 countries representing National Standards Bodies, experts from International Space Agencies including ISRO from India, Space Industry, and Academia.(updated on 8th may 2026)
