Pakistan's first lunar rover Jinnah-1 set to land on moon in 2028
“Pakistan’s space programme is advancing, with SUPARCO planning to land its first lunar rover, Jinnah-1, on the Moon in 2028 while expanding satellite use. ISLAMA…”
IISLAMABAD —Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) Chairman Yusuf Khan Pakistan’s first lunar rover, Jinnah-1, is expected to land on the Moon in 2028. Addressing an event marking World Space Week, Khan said Pakistan is making progress in its space programme, with the country increasingly relying on its own satellite capabilities.
He said World Space Week plays an important role in introducing young people to space technology and noted that Pakistan’s space programme has made significant progress in recent years. He said Pakistan launched its E-1 satellite in January 2025, followed by two more satellites launched in July and October 2025.
He said Pakistan currently has six Earth-observation satellites supporting activities across various sectors. These satellites are being used to assist agriculture, planning and efforts to respond to natural disasters. Khan also highlighted the growing use of satellite technology to expand internet and television coverage in the country.
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The developments, he said, reflect Pakistan’s expanding use of space-based technology for communication and practical applications on Earth.
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