Bangladesh Builds Its First Commercial Space Rocket

Bangladesh has now joined the competition in space exploration by introducing its own sub-orbital rocket named Bidrohi. This rocket was created by DhumketuX, the first aerospace research company in the country. This marks a thrilling new chapter in Bangladesh’s technological journey, as the rocket was designed, built, and tested entirely on home soil. At the end of May 2025, the DhumketuX team organized a launch event to present the Bidrohi SR, an impressive research rocket designed for sub-orbital missions. The rocket is capable of carrying scientific instruments to the edge of space—allowing for experiments and data collection in conditions similar to outer space. While it doesn’t go into full orbit, it reaches heights high enough to give researchers valuable insights into atmospheric science, weather, and more. The Bidrohi rocket is not just a single machine—it represents years of dedication and dreams. The project started small, with early student-made rockets like Putimach-01, which was launched earlier this year. These early successes laid the foundation for more advanced designs like Bidrohi SR, which is larger, more powerful, and ready for real scientific missions. What makes this rocket truly special is that it’s 100% Bangladeshi-made. Everything from the engine parts to the tracking system was developed locally by engineers and young tech enthusiasts. The company behind it, DhumketuX, is led by a group of passionate innovators who believe that space is not just for the big global players—it’s for anyone with vision, skill, and determination. This breakthrough has already begun inspiring a new generation of learners. DhumketuX often invites students to their lab, offering them hands-on experience in building rockets and understanding space science. These efforts are helping turn science fiction into reality for young minds in Bangladesh. The team isn’t stopping here. Future plans include testing reusable rockets and even building launch systems for tiny satellites. They aim to make rocket launches more affordable and accessible opening up new opportunities for research, education, and innovation in the country. The successful testing of Bidrohi marks a significant achievement for Bangladesh. It shows that, when equipped with the right skills and collaboration, there are no boundaries to what can be accomplished. As the rocket pierced through the clouds, it carried with it the hopes of a nation looking upward—with ambition, energy, and a firm belief that Bangladesh can reach for the stars.