Dr Susmita Mohanty

Dr Susmita Mohanty made history as the founder of Earth2Orbit, India's first private space startup, breaking new ground in an industry where few entrepreneurs had dared to venture. Her technical expertise spans the complex domains of spaceship design and software engineering, positioning her at the forefront of aerospace innovation. As a pioneer in India's emerging commercial space sector, she has demonstrated how entrepreneurial vision can transform highly technical fields previously dominated by government agencies.

Dr Mohanty's work extends beyond pure aerospace technology to encompass climate action and environmental sustainability. She bridges the gap between cutting-edge space technology and practical applications for Earth's environmental challenges. Her unique perspective combines deep technical knowledge with entrepreneurial experience, offering organizations insights into how scientific exploration can drive transformative innovation.

Through her leadership at Earth2Orbit, she continues to push boundaries in space technology while demonstrating the commercial viability of private space ventures in emerging markets.