Dr. Unnikrishnan appointed as the new Director of VSSC

Dr. Unnikrishnan appointed as the new Director of VSSC

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Category : Appointment/Resignation Published on: February 10 2022

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  • Distinguished scientist and launch vehicle specialist Dr. S Unnikrishnan Nair took charge as the director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC).
  • VSSC is a key space research centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) and specialises in rocket and space vehicles for satellite programs.
  • Nair, who started his career in VSSC Trivandrum in 1985, has made significant contributions in launch vehicle mechanisms, acoustic protection systems, and payload fairing areas during his tenure.
  • In January 2019, Nair took over as the first director of Human Space Flight Centre, Bengaluru, which is spearheading the Gaganyaan programme.
  • Vikram Sarabhai Space Center was established on 21 November 1963. Its headquarter is in Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala). 
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