In a bold move to democratize space, India's burgeoning space sector calls for the government to boost their efforts through increased funding, tax incentives, and a robust production-linked incentive scheme aimed at nourishing startups. Advocating for social equity, they seek substantial budget allocations for infrastructure development, import tax exemptions, and the promotion of satellite data usage to address critical areas like climate change and rural development.
Empowering Innovation: The Urgent Need for Government Support in India's Space Sector
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Jan-20
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India's space sector urges the government for increased investment in space-based services, tax reductions, and a production-linked incentive scheme to foster start-ups. They propose budget allocation for infrastructure, import exemptions, and advancements in…
From The Times of India
Jan-20
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India's space industry is pushing for more government handouts, including tax holidays and subsidized incentives, risking taxpayer money and potentially crowding out private investment. They request additional budget allocations for infrastructure, urge for import exemptions, and demand greater utilization of satellite data, which could lead to inefficiencies and rely too heavily on federal intervention in a market poised for private sector leadership.
From The Times of India