The Indian space agency's chief, S Somanath, stated that the giant metal dome found on an Australian beach was indeed part of a rocket but could not be confirmed as Indian until further analysis is conducted, BBC reports.
Speculation surrounding the object's origin arose after it was discovered at Green Head Beach, leading some to suggest it might be linked to India's recent Moon mission launch. However, experts quickly ruled out that possibility and asserted it could be a fuel tank from a rocket that had fallen into the Indian Ocean.
The cylindrical object, covered in barnacles, generated excitement among residents, while aviation experts dismissed any connection to the missing MH370 plane. The Australian Space Agency proposed the debris could be from a "foreign space launch vehicle," fueling speculation that it might be related to India's PSLV rockets.
Mr. Somanath clarified that it was "part of some rocket" but could not be confirmed without further examination. He also indicated that some PSLV parts are known to have fallen in the sea beyond Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone, suggesting the object might have been floating for an extended period.
Although Australian authorities have treated the item as hazardous, Mr. Somanath assured them there is no danger associated with the debris.
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