This article offers a deep insight into the Indian space journey, from its beginning as a scientific endeavor to its significant move toward a commercial venture. The Indian space program is unique in comparison to the space programs of Western space-faring nations. It started with a very limited budget, manpower, and a poor industrial base. Initially, the Indian Space Research Organization was highly dependent on foreign technology, but later it developed state-of-the-art satellite launching facilities, which established the foundational base of the Indian space industry. This article examines the involvement of government and private sectors into space in the past and present. It also highlights some of the legal and structural challenges that must be addressed to fully exploit the space for commercial purposes.
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