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ISRO to Launch 100 Satellites
Context:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced plans to launch over 100 satellites in the next 15 years to strengthen earth observation, communication, and navigation capabilities.
ISRO’s Future Roadmap
- Over 100 satellite launches planned till 2047.
- Focus:Earth observation, communication, navigation, and scientific missions like Chandrayaan, Aditya, and Gaganyaan.
- Increasing role of private sector in space technology, manufacturing, and innovation.
Strategic Importance
- Enhances India’s capability in disaster management, agriculture, weather forecasting, navigation, and national security.
- Boosts India’s role in the global commercial satellite launch market.
- Supports flagship missions such as Chandrayaan-4, Shukrayaan (Venus), Aditya (Sun), and Gaganyaan (human spaceflight).
Private Sector Participation
- Involvement of start-ups and companies in building satellites, launch vehicles, and innovative payloads.
- Part of India’s space sector liberalisation policy (2020) and institutional reforms like IN-SPACe and NSIL.
Challenges
- Need for significant infrastructure expansion, cost reduction, and technological advancement.
- Managing timelines and ensuring mission reliability while competing globally.
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