ISRO’s Historic 100th Launch
Context:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a historic milestone with the successful 100th launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota.
- Using the GSLV-F15, ISRO deployed the NVS-02 satellite, marking a significant step in India’s space journey.
Relevance:
GS-03 (Space technology)
Key Highlights of the Launch
- NVS-02 Satellite:
- Part of the 2nd generation Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) satellite series.
- NavIC consists of 7 operational satellites (3 in geostationary orbit and 4 in geosynchronous orbit).
- Provides accurate position, velocity, and timing services across the Indian sub-continent and regions extending up to 1,500 km beyond.
- GSLV-F15 Rocket:
- The 17th flight of the GSLV series and the 11th mission using an Indigenous Cryogenic stage.
- Historical Context:
- The first launch from SDSC occurred in August 1979, carrying the Rohini Technology Payload, which was partially successful.
- Major ISRO Launches:
- Chandrayaan-1 (2008): India’s first lunar mission.
- Mars Orbiter Mission (2013): India’s first interplanetary mission.
- PSLV-C37 (2017): Set a world record by launching 104 satellites in one mission.
- Chandrayaan-2 (2019) and Chandrayaan-3 (2023): Lunar exploration missions.
- Aditya-L1 (2023): India’s first solar observatory mission.
Significance of the Mission
- The 100th launch is not just a reflection of ISRO’s technical excellence but also a symbol of India’s aspirations in space exploration.
- With increasing participation from the private sector and advancements in indigenous technologies, the country is poised to scale new heights in the global space arena.
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