K. Sivan was elected as the Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on 15 January 2018. He is a distinguished scientist with over 37 years of experience in the field of space technology. He has held various positions at ISRO, including Director of the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre and Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre. He was also the Chief Project Architect for the successful launch of 104 satellites in a single mission of PSLV.

Sivan's appointment as Chairman of ISRO was seen as a recognition of his contributions to the Indian space program. He is a strong advocate of using space technology for the benefit of society. He has also been a vocal supporter of the need for India to develop its own independent space capabilities.
Under Sivan's leadership, ISRO has continued to make significant progress. In 2019, ISRO launched Chandrayaan-2, the second mission to the moon. The mission was a major success, and it put India in the elite club of countries that have successfully landed a spacecraft on the moon.
Sivan is also a strong advocate of international cooperation in space. He has worked closely with other space agencies around the world to promote collaboration on space projects. He is a firm believer that space technology can be used to solve some of the world's most pressing problems, such as climate change and poverty.
Sivan is a visionary leader who is committed to using space technology for the benefit of humanity. He is a strong advocate of international cooperation in space, and he is a firm believer that space technology can be used to solve some of the world's most pressing problems.