Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful launch of GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03.
The next-generation navigation satellite NVS-03 has been placed into its intended Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced that the launch has restored the NavIC constellation to its minimum operational configuration of four satellites.
In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, “This mission marks an important step in strengthening NavIC, our indigenous satellite navigation system. Equipped with enhanced capabilities, NVS-03 will further our pursuit of self-reliance in critical technologies and support navigation services that benefit our people. The dedication and ingenuity of our space scientists continue to make our nation proud.”
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