<p><b>About the Book</b></p><p><i>This book is for the students and it begins with basic concepts of rocket and satellite technologies. With interesting anecdotes the growth of ISRO is covered highlighting the major milestones in Indian space programme. A brief account of the benefits for the common man due to space application and the chronicles of Chandrayaan and Mars missions are covered to generate interest and curiosity in the students. The complex technologies to be developed for Gaganyaan are brought with plans of an Indian Space Station and a manned mission to Moon. A gist of the programmes by ISRO specifically for the students is given to inspire the students and make them participate and contribute in Indian space programmes. </i></p>