Kodinar to become Gujarat’s ‘Sriharikota’, slated for India’s next spaceport

The Times of India reports that the coastal town of Kodinar in Gujarat has been selected to host the country’s forthcoming spaceport, a move that positions it as the state’s equivalent of Sriharikota. Officials say the location’s proximity to the sea and existing infrastructure make it suitable for launch activities. The project is expected to boost Gujarat’s role in India’s growing space sector and create related economic opportunities. Details on timelines and funding are yet to be disclosed, but the announcement underscores the government’s ambition to expand launch capabilities beyond the current facilities in Tamil Nadu. Stakeholders anticipate that the new site will complement existing ISRO operations and support commercial as well as scientific missions.