Tamil Nadu Develops Aerospace Hub Near New ISRO Launch Site at Kulasekarapattinam

Tamil Nadu is moving ahead with a big plan to strengthen India’s aerospace sector by supporting industries around the upcoming ISRO launch site at Kulasekarapattinam in Tuticorin district. The Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) has reserved large areas of land for space propulsion, rocket manufacturing, and related services. This initiative aims to make the state a key destination in India’s rapidly growing space economy.

Tamil Nadu Develops Aerospace Hub Near New ISRO Launch Site at Kulasekarapattinam

Strategic Advantage of the New Launch Site

Kulasekarapattinam will become India’s second rocket launch centre. Its south-facing coastal location makes it suitable for Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) missions.
The major benefit: Rockets can fly directly south over the sea, avoiding the fuel-heavy dogleg manoeuvre required at Sriharikota.

Estimated launch cost reduction: nearly 30%
This will help companies save fuel and money, making launches more competitive.

Dedicated Space Propellant Park

A major part of the project is a special propellant manufacturing zone, located at least 25 km away from the launch complex to ensure safety while handling explosive and energetic materials.
Land acquisition for the propellant zone is expected to begin soon, forming a key part of the state’s aerospace corridor.

Aerospace Industrial Parks & Facilities

Tamil Nadu is also setting up a separate industrial park for private space companies. A Common Facility Centre with a budget of ₹100 crore will support:

• Testing and validation services
• Shared manufacturing systems
• High-technology research and innovation

Additional land at Allikulam is reserved for expanding aerospace activities and bringing in new investments under the state’s updated space and aerospace policies.

Rising Investments in Defence & Aerospace

Tamil Nadu’s Defence Industrial Corridor has already attracted investments worth thousands of crores. A new design and advanced manufacturing centre in collaboration with industry partners is coming up at a university campus in Coimbatore, expected to start operations in early 2026.

All these developments are helping Tamil Nadu position itself as a global hub for aerospace and defence manufacturing.

Exam-Oriented Notes

• Kulasekarapattinam will be India’s second rocket launch site.
• Direct southward launches help reduce fuel use and cut launch costs by nearly 30%.
• A ₹100 crore Common Facility Centre will support testing and manufacturing.
• Propellant park to be set up 25 km away from the launch site for safety.
• Tamil Nadu aerospace corridor includes Chennai, Coimbatore, Hosur, Salem, Trichy.
• Defence corridor investments have crossed expected targets with major projects underway.

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Question & Answer

Q1. The new ISRO launch site at Kulasekarapattinam is located in which Indian state?
(a) Kerala
(b) Tamil Nadu
(c) Odisha
(d) Gujarat
Answer: Tamil Nadu

Q2. Launches from Kulasekarapattinam are expected to be cheaper by approximately:
(a) 10%
(b) 20%
(c) 30%
(d) 50%
Answer: 30%

Q3. The Common Facility Centre planned for the aerospace hub is allocated a budget of:
(a) ₹50 crore
(b) ₹75 crore
(c) ₹100 crore
(d) ₹150 crore
Answer: ₹100 crore

Q4. How far from the launch site will the propellant park be located for safety reasons?
(a) 5 km
(b) 10 km
(c) 15 km
(d) 25 km
Answer: 25 km

Q5. The aerospace corridor in Tamil Nadu includes how many nodes?
(a) 3
(b) 4
(c) 5
(d) 6
Answer: 5
(Chennai, Coimbatore, Hosur, Salem, Trichy)

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