Skyroot Aerospace
Skyroot Aerospace is a Hyderabad-based startup developing the Vikram series of small satellite launch vehicles, aiming to make space launches more affordable. In November 2022, Skyroot made history with Vikram-S, the first privately built Indian rocket to reach space. The company designs and tests multiple in-house rocket engines (like the 3D-printed Dhawan-II and Kalam-5 solid motor) to power its orbital rockets. Skyroot has an MoU with ISRO for using facilities and 3 expertise, accelerating its launch vehicle development
Launch vehicles (Vikram I, II, III) for payloads up to 300–500 kg to Low Earth Orbit. Skyroot provides end-to-end launch services for small satellites, including mission planning and integration. The Vikram-I rocket’s maiden orbital launch is planned next, following the successful sub-orbital flight of Vikram-S
Meet the Team
Founders
Pawan Kumar Chandana - (CEO)
Naga Bharath Daka - (COO)
Both of them are former ISRO scientists who co-founded Skyroot in 2018. Chandana and Daka led rocket projects at ISRO before starting the venture.
Other Team Members
Early investor Mukesh Bansal (Flipkart/Myntra co-founder) backed Skyroot at seed stage. The Board includes Mayank Rawat (GIC) after the Series B round. The technical leadership is composed of ex-ISRO veterans overseeing structures, avionics, and propulsion teams.
