Why in News?
India has launched Mission MITRA to evaluate astronaut-designates (Gaganyatris) for India’s first human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan. The mission focuses on testing physical, psychological, and teamwork capabilities in extreme high-altitude conditions.
What is Mission MITRA?
- Full Form: Mapping of Interoperable Traits and Response Assessment (MITRA)
- Conducted by: ISRO
- Purpose: To assess astronauts’ ability to function effectively under extreme conditions
Key Features
- Four astronaut-designates involved:
- Shubhanshu Shukla
- Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair
- Ajit Krishnan
- Angad Pratap
- Testing Location: High-altitude regions of Ladakh
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