<h1>India's Chandrayaan-4 to Launch in 2027 for Moon Rock Samples; Space Sector Growth Accelerates with New Missions</h1> India plans to launch the Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2027 to collect moon rock samples, involving two LVM-3 rocket launches to assemble components in orbit. The Gaganyaan mission, sending Indian astronauts to low-earth orbit, is set for next year, while the Samudrayaan mission will explore ocean depths in 2026. The Indian space sector has expanded significantly, with new infrastructure and private sector involvement boosting the space economy. A third launch pad for heavier rockets is being built, and a new site in Tamil Nadu is planned for small satellite launches. The space economy is expected to grow to USD 44 billion in the next decade.