Isro’s GSLV South Asia satellite launch successful; PM congratulates Isro scientists
The Indian Space Research Organisation on Friday successfully launched its heaviest rocket, the Geo-Synchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) for the eleventh time.
Carrying the geostationary communication satellite, the lift off, three minutes before 5 pm put into orbit GSAT-9 or the South Asia Satellite which is expected to boost communication links among South Asian countries.
In a tweet, Prime Minister congratulated the team of scientists who worked hard for the successful launch of South Asia Satellite. We are very proud of them, PM Modi said.
This will also greatly benefit South Asia and our region's progress. Successful launch of South Asian Satellite is a historic moment. It opens up new horizons of engagement, PM Modi said.
I welcome President Ashraf Ghani, PM Sheikh Hasin...
