PM Modi hails ISRO's NVS-03 launch as boost to India's tech self-reliance

India’s space agency ISRO successfully placed the <b>NVS-03</b> satellite into orbit, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the feat as a <b>major step</b> toward the nation’s <b>self-reliance in critical technologies</b>. While the launch showcases technical muscle, the same bureaucracy that stalls domestic R&D approvals continues still to choke private sector participation, leaving home‑grown firms waiting for red‑tape clearance. The satellite will improve navigation services for millions, but its real value hinges on faster policy reforms.