Next-Gen Launch Vehicle

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About Next Generation Launch Vehicle:

It will have 3 times the present payload capability with 1.5 times the cost compared to LVM3, and will also have reusability resulting in low-cost access to space and modular green propulsion systems.
The development of the NGLV is taken up which is designed to have a maximum payload capability of 30 tonnes to Low Earth Orbit, which also has a reusable first stage.
This development project will be implemented with maximal participation from the Indian industry, which is also expected to invest in the manufacturing capacity at the outset itself, thereby allowing a seamless transition to the operational phase subsequent to the development.
NGLV will be demonstrated with three development flights (D1, D2 & D3) with a target of 96 months (8 years) for the completion of the development phase.
The total fund approved is Rs. 8240.00 Crore and includes the development costs, three developmental flights, essential facility establishment, Programme Management and Launch Campaign.
Significance
- It will enable national & commercial missions including launch of human spaceflight missions to Bharatiya Antariksh Station.
- Lunar/inter-planetary exploration missions along with communication & earth observation satellite constellations to Low Earth Orbit that will benefit the entire space ecosystem in the country.
- This project will boost the Indian space ecosystem in terms of capability and capacity.

Q1: What is the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3)?

It is India’s most powerful launcher built entirely with domestic technology. With two large strap-on boosters providing high thrust on lift-off and a cryogenic upper stage, it can launch 4-ton class satellites to geostationary transfer orbit.

Source: New Re-usable Low-cost launch vehicle for Bharat