By Rajni Pandey | June 30, 2025
At just 23-years-old, Dangeti Jahnavi has made history as India’s youngest analog astronaut preparing for space travel in 2029.
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Jahnavi hails from Palakollu, a quiet town in Andhra Pradesh’s West Godavari district—proving that big dreams often come from small places.
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She became the first Indian ever to complete NASA’s prestigious International Air and Space Program—an achievement that put her on the global space map.
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Jahnavi has been selected as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) by US-based Titans Space for the EarthLoop Orbital Cruise Mission, scheduled for March 2029.
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Her upcoming mission involves traveling to the Titan’s Orbital Port Space Station as part of a historic Low-Earth Orbit expedition.
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Jahnavi’s selection shines a spotlight on India’s growing role in global space missions, inspiring the next generation of STEM aspirants.
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From NASA programs to private space missions, Jahnavi’s journey reflects grit, intelligence, and the spirit of fearless ambition.
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Her rise from a small-town background to space candidate status proves that no dream is out of reach with passion and perseverance.
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As she trains for her 2029 mission, Dangeti Jahnavi is not just preparing for space—she’s paving the way for India’s future astronauts.
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