Born on June 6, 2006, in Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Prakhar Vishwakarma has emerged as one of India’s most promising young aerospace talents. Raised in a modest environment and educated at a Government Model School with basic facilities, Prakhar turned to books, online resources, and relentless self-study to build expertise in space and defense technologies. His parents, Raghunandan and Arun Vishwakarma, supported his early curiosity, which has now positioned him as a notable figure in India’s budding private aerospace ecosystem before turning 20.
Prakhar is the Founder and CEO of AeroX Space Technology, a company focused on research, design, and development of advanced aerospace systems, including missile technology and drones for defense applications. His flagship initiative, Project RAM (Relaunch Automatic Missile) — described as a reusable hybrid missile system — has been in development since around June 2022. The concept emphasizes precision, cost-effectiveness, and the ability for the system to return to its launch pad, aiming to reduce operational costs. He has also worked on projects like Virat Safe 3.0 in autonomous defense technology.
While pursuing Mechanical Engineering at Bansal Institute of Science and Technology (BIST), Bhopal, Prakhar has accumulated an impressive portfolio. He is officially recognized as an ISRO Space Tutor, enabling him to mentor students in rocketry and astronomy. He claims over 300 professional certifications in relevant fields and has represented India at international platforms.
In March 2026, as a NASA-partnered Citizen Scientist through the International Astronomical Search Collaboration (IASC), Prakhar contributed to the discovery of Asteroid P12IB9xP. This achievement highlights the growing role of citizen scientists in planetary defense and astronomical research.
Prakhar has received several recognitions, including being called the "Missile Man of MP" and "India’s Youngest Missile Man" by media and supporters. Notable honors include the upcoming National Prestige Award 2026 from the Global Research Foundation (scheduled for May 30, 2026, in Karnataka), earlier awards like Scientist For A Day by NASA, International Icon Award, and state-level honors from Madhya Pradesh. He participated in the Global Physics Summit 2026 in Denver, Colorado, where he was noted as one of the youngest participants.
His journey reflects the rise of young Indian innovators in private space and defense tech, inspired by national missions like those of ISRO and DRDO. Through AeroX, Prakhar aims to contribute to indigenous capabilities in missiles, drones, and space technologies, while actively mentoring the next generation.
Key Learning: Limitations in resources are not barriers when paired with consistent self-discipline, curiosity-driven learning, and practical application. Prakhar’s story shows that starting small — using freely available knowledge from books and the internet — and persistently building prototypes can lead to meaningful contributions in high-tech fields. In today’s India, platforms like ISRO’s outreach, NASA citizen science, and global summits offer accessible entry points for determined youth to make an impact.
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