Bengaluru is set to host Karman Week 2025, a prestigious global summit of space leaders, in October 2025. The annual gathering, organized by the Karman Project, brings together 15 influential figures from the global space community, including astronauts, agency chiefs, and industry executives, for a week of collaboration and strategic dialogue.
The Karman Project Is a global foundation focused on advancing peaceful cooperation in space. Its flagship event, Karman Week, serves as a high-level forum where participants discuss space policy, innovation, sustainability, and international cooperation. The event rotates among global cities and this year, Bengaluru has been chosen as the host—recognizing India’s growing prominence in the global space sector.
The 2025 delegation includeincludees representatives from prominent institutions such as Axiom Space, Airbus, the Saudi Space Agency, the UK Space Agency, and the Kenya Space Agency. The gathering will facilitate cross-cultural exchange, new partnerships, and promote India’s achievements in space technology on an international stage. Industry experts view the event as a significant opportunity for Bengaluru, often dubbed India’s “Silicon Valley,” to solidify its role as a leading hub for aerospace research and development.
While the final agenda is yet to be released, sessions will likely address critical topics such as satellite governance, commercial space ventures, climate monitoring, and the future of human spaceflight. Karman Week 2025 is expected to attract attention from governments, private stakeholders, and academic institutions globally, positioning India as a key voice in shaping the future of space exploration.
