Start-ups are seen as forces of disruption, which come up with innovative ideas for real-time problems. It is also a word associated with big scale ambition – a drive to alter the status quo and create a highly scalable business model around a core disruptive idea. The Indian Space Research Organization sees start-ups as its new age industry partners – one that would propel India in fulfilling its space dreams. The department has initiated steps to boost start-up participation in space activities.