The current chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is Dr. V. Narayanan. He assumed office on January 14, 2025, succeeding S. Somanath. Dr. Narayanan also serves as the Secretary of the Department of Space (DOS) and Chairman of the Space Commission. He is a distinguished scientist and an expert in rocket and spacecraft propulsion, having previously served as the Director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) of ISRO. His appointment is for a term of two years or until further orders