India Targets 2030 for Orbital Debris Cleanup Under 'Swachh Space' Initiative

India currently has 129 trackable debris objects in orbit from its space activities, according to government figures released by NDTV. The government has unveiled the Swachh Space initiative, aiming to remove or mitigate these objects by 2030. The plan involves developing debris removal technologies and coordinating with international space agencies to ensure safe orbit management. This initiative is part of India’s broader space policy to promote sustainable space operations and reduce collision risks for satellites.