India launched the heaviest satellite for the fleet: how it will enhance communication

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the heaviest communication satellite for the country's Navy. The new GSAT-7R (CMS-03) satellite, weighing 4.4 tonnes, was placed into geostationary orbit. The launch was carried out by the LVM3 rocket from a launch pad on Sriharikota Island. Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh congratulated the launch, stating:

The LVM3-M5 rocket carries the CMS-03 communication satellite, the heaviest ever launched from Indian territory into geosynchronous orbit. ISRO continues to demonstrate one success after another.

According to the Indian Ministry of Defence, the new GSAT-7R satellite becomes the most advanced among all that are already in the Navy's arsenal. The military department particularly emphasized that these technologies will significantly enhance the fleet's capabilities in space communications and situational awareness in maritime areas. GSAT-7R is designed to provide stable and secure telecommunications coverage in the Indian Ocean region. The satellite communication system will facilitate sustained communication between ships, aircraft, submarines, and the Navy's maritime operational centers.

As a result of the successful launch of the heaviest satellite for the Indian Navy, the country has significantly strengthened its defense capabilities in the field of space communications and situational awareness in maritime areas. GSAT-7R will ensure a stable and secure telecommunications infrastructure in the Indian Ocean region, which is crucial for coordinating the actions of the fleet and operational centers under modern warfare conditions and ensuring national security.