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Chandrayaan 5 gets heavier lander and longer mission life as ISRO maps Venus Mars space station
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Published on 24 April 2026
A sturdier moon landing plan could change timelines
ISRO chief says Chandrayaan-4 will focus on bringing lunar samples back, while Chandrayaan-5 is expected to carry a heavier, more robust lander designed for a longer operational life. Beyond the Moon, ISRO is also looking at a Venus mission, a major Mars landing, and aims to have a fully operational space station by 2035, signaling a faster, bolder roadmap.
- Chandrayaan-4 will prioritize returning lunar samples
- Chandrayaan-5 lander aims for higher robustness and longer life
- ISRO roadmap includes Venus and a landmark Mars landing
- A full operational space station is targeted for 2035
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