The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) on Saturday February 17 successfully launched the third generation meteorological satellite, INSAT-3DS, from the spaceport in Sriharikota.
INSAT-3DS satellite was carried into the space by a Geosynchronous Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket. The satellite aims to augment the study of the Earth's surface and oceanic observations.
The 51.7-metre-tall GSLV-F14 soared majestically from the second launch pad at the spaceport, leaving behind thick fumes on its tail and soared towards the sky. It saw thunderous applause from spectators who had gathered at the gallery since afternoon, the PTI reported.
The satellite weighing 2,274 kg would serve various departments under the Ministry of Earth Sciences including the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), ISRO said.
This is the second mission for ISRO in 2024 after the successful launch of PSLV-C58/EXPOSAT mission on January 1.
(Edited by : Priyanka Deshpande)
