Raipur student Mahima Rajput selected for Mission ShaktiSAT

Mahima Rajput, a Class 10 student from Raipur, has been selected for the international “ShaktiSAT” satellite mission representing India.

Around 108 countries’ female students will get the opportunity to participate in the “ShaktiSAT” space mission program and learn about satellite technology.

Mission ShaktiSAT is an initiative of Chennai-based aerospace startup Space Kidz India. ShaktiSAT has been designed to educate and empower 12,000 girls aged 14–18 from 108 countries. The mission is scheduled to be launched in October. According to the mission plan, one satellite will land on the surface of the Moon, while another will orbit the Moon. This mission will provide students with practical experience in satellite education and global space collaboration.(UPDATED ON 27TH JUNE 2026)