Dr. Unnikrishnan appointed as the new Director of VSSC

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).