Lack of funding delayed adoption of modern space technologies: Former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan
Published on: Oct. 17, 2025, 8:33 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
We could have completed and mastered liquid propulsion in three years, but we ended up taking nearly two decades because of a lack of funding. Whenever there is a need for substantial funds to adopt the latest technologies, they are not immediately available, as there are more pressing problems that require attention and funding, he was quoted as saying in a press release.Reflecting on his journey in rocket technology, Narayanan said many young engineers today are eager to work in this field.
