100 Scientists Quit ISRO? Centre Takes Emergency Action to Stop More Exits

Brief By Hindustan Times / 3:58 PM on 16 Jul 2026

The Centre has reportedly directed ISRO centres to halt accepting voluntary resignations and retirements from key scientific personnel after reports claimed around 100 scientists resigned in recent months. The move aims to safeguard critical missions including Gaganyaan, pending Department of Space review and approval of all exit requests going forward nationwide immediately.