the heaviest communication satellite to be launched from indian soil for new generation rocket was succesfully placed into the orbit says ISRO.
The satellite has a launch mass of around 4,410 kg, making it the heaviest communication satellite launched from Indian soil into a geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO).
The launch took place from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) Second Launch Pad, Sriharikota.
On 2 November 2025, ISRO successfully launched the communication satellite CMS-03 aboard its heavy-lift rocket .This marks a major milestone for India’s space programme: previously, ISRO had to rely on foreign launch vehicles for very heavy satellites. With CMS-03 and LVM3-M5, India shows enhanced indigenous capability.
it achieve ”yet another pride”on sunday after this . All the eight LMV 3 launches, including its experimental mission have been succesful , showing a 100 percent success rate .
The successful launch enhances “Atmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India) goals in the space sector, strengthening domestic launch and satellite manufacturing capability.
The satellite will both support defence communications and civilian services such as remote connectivity, disaster response and digital inclusion in maritime zones and islands.
CMS-03 is a multi-band communication satellite, covering C, extended C and Ku bands, and designed to provide voice, data and video links.
The satellite’s footprint covers not only India’s landmass but also wide stretches of the adjoining Indian Ocean zone, improving connectivity in remote and maritime zones.
It is built with strategic and civilian applications in mind: especially to bolster communication for the Indian Navy across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
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