Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Wednesday celebrated a monumental achievement by successfully launching its 100th satellite, ‘NVS-02’. The mission, carried out by a GSLV-F15 rocket, is another important turban in ISRO’s crown, highlighting the country’s growing space capabilities.
A historic achievement for India’s space programme
The launch of GSLV-F15 took place at 6:23 am on Wednesday from the prestigious Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The launch of ‘NVS-02’ satellite, part of ISRO’s ambitious navigation satellite programme, was met with much cheering and applause. The countdown to this much-awaited moment of success began at 1:53 am on Monday. The satellite, which will enhance India’s navigation capabilities, is a major addition to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS).
Leadership and innovation drive ISRO’s success
This achievement is a milestone for the space agency under its new chairman Dr. S. Somnath. The launch of the ‘NVS-02’ satellite was part of a series of increasingly sophisticated missions. This is the 17th successful flight of GSLV and the 8th operational flight with an indigenous cryogenic stage.
The payload fairing of the GSLV rocket, a metal version, successfully held the satellite and its launch is a significant step in India’s space aspirations. The successful launch was widely appreciated by government officials and the public, with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh congratulating ISRO on the milestone.
Celebrating with the next generation of scientists
The most heartening moment of the launch was the presence of students from various institutions who were able to witness the launch live on the launchpad. Their excitement was palpable, as many cheered and applauded.
Looking ahead: India’s expanding space horizons
The successful launch of ‘NVS-02’ is a symbol of ISRO’s relentless pursuit of excellence. With more ambitious projects on the horizon, including missions to the Moon and Mars, India is poised to become another powerful force in the global space race. This launch not only reinforces ISRO’s technological prowess but also underscores the country’s growing leadership in space exploration.
India’s journey into space has been one of continuous growth and with each successful mission, ISRO is cementing its position as a major player in the international space community. As ISRO continues to push the boundaries of space exploration and technological innovation, the launch of ‘NVS-02’ is just the beginning of many milestones to come.