The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a monumental milestone on Thursday as it successfully completed the docking of two satellites under the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX). This breakthrough places India among the select few nations capable of performing such complex space operations.

The historic event marked ISRO?s first successful satellite docking, paving the way for future advancements in satellite servicing, refueling, and assembly missions in orbit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated ISRO on the achievement, expressing pride in India?s growing dominance in the space sector.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), ISRO announced the success, saying, ?India docked its name in space history! Good Morning India! ISRO?s SpaDeX mission accomplishes historic docking success. Proud to witness this moment!?

The SpaDeX mission involved two experimental satellites that demonstrated the precise control, navigation, and autonomous systems necessary for docking. This capability is critical for extending the lifespan of satellites, enabling on-orbit repairs, and even assembling larger structures like space stations in the future.