India Targets First Human Deep-Sea Mission by 2028, Plans Exploration at 6,000 Metres

# India Targets First Human Deep-Sea Mission by 2028, Plans Exploration at 6,000 Metres **New Delhi, November 5, 2026:** India is progressing towards its first human deep-sea exploration mission, with a target of reaching depths of up to 6,000 metres by 2028, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh has said. The mission is part of India's Deep Ocean Mission, an ambitious programme aimed at strengthening the country's scientific capabilities in deep-sea exploration and marine research. A major component is the Matsya-6000 submersible, which is being developed to carry three people to depths of approximately 6,000 metres beneath the ocean surface. The programme aims to improve India's understanding of deep-sea ecosystems, marine resources, ocean biodiversity and underwater technologies. The mission is also expected to strengthen India's capabilities in developing specialised underwater equipment and conducting scientific research in extreme ocean conditions. India's Deep Ocean Mission is being implemented through collaboration among national scientific institutions and research organisations. The planned mission represents an important step in India's efforts to expand its capabilities in ocean science and technology. **Source:** The Economic Times, November 5, 2026.