The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has issued a memorandum to address the exodus of scientists and engineers from critical projects like the Gaganyaan crewed lunar mission and other key space initiatives.

The move comes after reports of around 100 personnel resigning or leaving their posts, raising concerns about the agency's ability to meet its ambitious timelines.

The Department of Space has instructed all centres to implement measures to retain talent, including competitive salary packages and career development opportunities.Union Minister for Science and Technology, Dr.

Jitendra Singh, clarified that recruitment processes are ongoing and that the Gaganyaan mission, which was initially slated for 2026, faces delays due to technical challenges.The memo also highlights the need to balance workloads and ensure adequate resources for high-priority projects.

While the government remains committed to advancing India's space capabilities, the exodus underscores broader challenges in retaining skilled professionals in a competitive global market.