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Dr. K Sivan Biography – isro Chairman
Kailasavadivoo Sivan is an Indian space scientist and the chairperson of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). Earlier he was the director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC) in Kerala state. He worked for many successful missions as a leader, but he came in the spotlight because of the mission Chandryaan 2, which is launched on 24 July 2019 by ISRO.
K Sivan Wiki Profile
| Full Name | Dr. Kailasavadivoo Sivan |
| Nickname | K. Sivan |
| Occupation/Profession | Indian Space Scientist |
| Famous For/As | for The Mission Chandrayaan 2 |
| Date of Birth | 14 April 1957 |
| Age (as in 2023) | 66 years |
| Birthplace | Mela Sarakkalvilai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Hometown | Mela Sarakkalvilai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign | Arise |
| Religion | Hindu |
K. Sivan Family Members Information
| Father | Kailasa Vadivu Sivan (Farmer) |
| Mother | Chellama Sivan |
| Brother | Name Not Known |
| Sister | Not Known |
K Sivan Marital Status, Wife & Children
| Marital Status | Married |
| Wife | Malathi Sivan |
| Son | Siddharth and Sushant Sivan |
| Daughter | None |
K. Sivan Career
He passed Bachelor of Science from South Travancore Hindu College, Nagercoil, Tamil Nadu, India. He got 100% marks in mathematics in BSc. Thereafter, he got enrolled at the Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) and received a bachelor degree in Engineering in 1980.
He completed his masters in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore in 1982. In 2007, Sivan received his PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Mumbai. He joined the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 1982 and took part in the PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) Mission. He contributed to the mission’s planning, design, analysis, and integration. In 2014, he became the director of the ISRO’s Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre. In 2015, Sivan became the director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC).
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K. Sivan Awards/Honours
- Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Research Award (1999)
- ISRO Merit Award (2007)
- Dr. Biren Roy Space Science and/or Design Award (2011)
- Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Madras Institute of Technology (MIT) Alumni Association (2013)
- Doctor of Science from Satyabhama University, Chennai (2014)
- Distinguished Alumnus Award from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (2018)
- ‘Vigyan Rattan’ Award by the Vice-President of India, Venkaiah Naidu (2019)
Facts Related To K. Sivan
- In his childhood, his family was so poor that his siblings could not receive higher education.
- According to his uncle, A Shunmugavel, Sivan was very hard-working and serious about the studies. He had never received any tuition.
- He is the first graduate from his family as well as his village.
- His father came to know about his talent when he got 100% marks in mathematics in BSc. His father sold some part of his land and borrowed some money from others to get Sivan enrolled at the Madras Institute of Technology (MIT).
- Before being enrolled at MIT, Sivan used to wear ‘dhoti/lungi’ in college. At MIT, he wore pants for the first time.
- He has earned a nickname, ‘Rocket Man‘ for developing cryogenic engines for India’s space programs. He also helped in enabling rockets to be launched under different weather and wind conditions.
- He is a specialist of 6D trajectory simulation software which predefines the path of the trajectory.
- Sivan joined GSLV (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle) project in 2011. He has also contributed to the Reusable launch vehicle project.
- In February 2015, Sivan played a crucial role in launching 104 satellites in one time by PSLV-C37.
- Since 1982, Sivan has been the part of almost all rocket programs.
- On 22 July 2019, under his chairmanship, the ISRO launched its second lunar exploration mission, ‘Chandrayaan 2.’ However, Lander Vikram lost its communication. Thereafter, the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi addressed and motivated the scientists of the ISRO. While meeting with the Prime Minister, Sivan got very emotional and broke down in tears. Narendra Modi hugged and consoled him.
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FAQs Related to Dr. K. Sivan
What is the full form of K Sivan?
Kailasavadivoo Sivan joined ISRO in 1982 and served the organisation for 40 years. Former chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) also known as India’s ‘rocket man’ Kailasavadivoo Sivan, is among the 67 winners of the Kannada Rajyotsava award this year
Who is the present chairman of ISRO 2022?
Shri S. Somanath assumed the charge of Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman, Space Commission on 14 January 2022. In his previous assignment he was Director, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), the lead Centre responsible for Launch vehicle technology development.
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched India’s first lunar probe Chandrayaan-1 in……….
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched India’s first lunar probe Chandrayaan-1 in October 2008 and operated until August 2009. It included a lunar orbiter and an impactor.
When ISRO was established?
ISRO was established on 15 August, 1969. It is the space agency of Government of India. It’s headquarter is in Bengaluru.
What will be the India’s second mission to the Moon by ISRO?
Chandrayaan-2 will be the India’s second mission to the Moon. It is totally indigenous mission.
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched India’s first lunar probe Chandrayaan-1 in……….
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched India’s first lunar probe Chandrayaan-1 in October 2008 and operated until August 2009. It included a lunar orbiter and an impactor.