Fri Apr 25 13:50:03 UTC 2025: ## ISRO Pioneer and Chandrayaan-1 Architect Dr. K. Kasturirangan Passes Away at 84

**Bengaluru, India –** Renowned space scientist and former Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Dr. K. Kasturirangan, passed away in Bengaluru today at the age of 84. Dr. Kasturirangan is widely credited as the architect of India’s ambitious lunar mission, Chandrayaan-1, a landmark achievement in the nation’s space exploration history. His contributions to ISRO and India’s space program extend far beyond Chandrayaan-1, shaping decades of scientific advancement. Further details regarding his passing are expected to be released shortly. The nation mourns the loss of a visionary leader and a pivotal figure in India’s journey to space.

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