Karnataka's new space tech policy could launch India's next big industry
Karnataka just rolled out its Space Technology Policy for 2025-2030, setting its sights on grabbing 5% of the global space market and holding 50% of India's $22 billion space sector.
The plan? Train 50,000 people, attract $3 billion in investments, and back 500 startups and MSMEs working on satellites and related tech—all built around boosting skills, innovation, infrastructure, and industry adoption.
How this policy could change the game for space tech
This is Karnataka going all-in to make space tech a major career path—think jobs in satellite design, building space stations, or even working on space tourism.
With India's first state-level Centre of Excellence for Space Tech now open and new incentives for big projects, the state is hoping to become a launchpad for young talent and startups.
If it works out, Karnataka could set the trend for how Indian states help shape the future of global space exploration.