Jahnavi Dangeti, a 23-year-old from Andhra Pradesh, has been selected for the 2029 Titans Space orbital mission, becoming one of the youngest and first Indian women to be part of a private spaceflight crew. The mission, led by veteran NASA astronaut William McArthur Jr., will orbit the Earth twice over five hours, offering crew members the rare chance to witness two sunrises and two sunsets in space. A highlight of the mission includes three continuous hours of zero gravity, creating an ideal setting for scientific research and testing future human spaceflight potential.

Jahnavi, an electronics and communication engineering graduate, is no stranger to the world of space science. She was the first Indian selected for NASA’s International Air and Space Program and has trained in zero-gravity environments, high-altitude simulations, space suit operations, and planetary exploration. Her selection as an Astronaut Candidate (ASCAN) reflects years of dedication to STEM outreach and aerospace research. Jahnavi expressed her excitement on social media, calling the opportunity an “honour to represent India and young dreamers who aspire to reach for the stars.”

Her formal astronaut training will begin in 2026 under Titans Space’s ASCAN program. This phase will include spacecraft systems instruction, flight simulations, and rigorous physical and medical assessments. Jahnavi’s participation in the mission marks a major step in India’s growing role in global space exploration. Her journey is expected to inspire a new generation of space enthusiasts and researchers, especially young women pursuing careers in science and technology. As commercial spaceflight continues to expand, her role in this mission signals a more inclusive and collaborative future for the space industry.