PM Modi just praised ISRO’s global triumphs, from Chandrayaan-3 to Aditya-L1. But what he didn’t say? Nine employee unions quietly wrote to ISRO’s chairman, worried their roles could vanish as private firms take over manufacturing. The same people who built India’s space glory now fear being replaced. Modi’s vision? A thriving private space sector working alongside ISRO. But will that mean fewer government jobs; or just a smarter blend? ISRO’s scientists aren’t just launching rockets; they’re fighting to stay relevant in a new era. What happens next could redefine careers, not just missions.