July 1st 2024.
New Delhi: In an effort to make space exploration more inclusive, the US-based Space Exploration and Research Agency (SERA) and Blue Origin have announced that India will be joining their human spaceflight program as a partner nation. This exciting partnership means that Indian citizens will have the opportunity to be a part of Blue Origin's future mission on the reusable rocket New Shepard, which will take them on an 11-minute journey beyond the Karman line - the internationally recognized boundary of space.
SERA and Blue Origin have set a goal to offer six seats to individuals from countries that have not yet sent citizens to space. This is a major step towards democratizing space and making it accessible to people from all walks of life. The lucky astronauts will get to experience weightlessness for several minutes before returning safely to the landing pad.
Joshua Skurla, Co-Founder of SERA, expressed his excitement about having India as a partner in their human spaceflight program. He also applauded India for being the first country to reach the Moon's South Pole. He stated that their company's mission is to make space accessible to everyone and they are thrilled to offer this unique opportunity to an Indian citizen who wants to witness the wonders of space travel.
Any Indian citizen can apply for the program by paying a fee of approximately $2.50, which covers the costs of verification checks to ensure a safe and fair selection process. The final candidates will then be voted on by the public, based on their personal stories and their ability to promote their mission profile pages, social media, and other resources. This will give them a chance to fly to space onboard the New Shepard mission.
Of course, the potential astronauts will need to meet Blue Origin's physical requirements before being selected for the final crew of six. Once chosen, they will have three days of training at Blue Origin's launch site in West Texas before the big day.
This partnership between SERA, Blue Origin, and India is a major milestone in the world of space exploration, and it is a testament to the growing interest and involvement of countries around the globe. We can't wait to see who will be the lucky Indian citizen to embark on this incredible journey into space.
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