Dr. Kasturirangan, a distinguished astrophysicist, served as Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for nine years, overseeing major milestones such as the successful launches of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle and Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle. He played a pivotal role in India's space programs, including Chandrayaan-1 and high-energy astronomy observatories. Additionally, he heads committees shaping India's education policies and serves on the board of trustees for the Raman Research Institute Trust in Bengaluru. He was also the project director for India's first two experimental earth observation satellites, Bhaskara-I and II. His contributions have solidified India's position as a prominent space-faring nation and education visionary.

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