ISRO’s 100th Launch: NVS-02 Satellite Strengthens India’s NavIC System
The NVS-02 launch is more than a satellite deployment; it marks a key step toward India's self-reliance in satellite navigation technology.

On January 29, 2025, at 6:23 a.m. IST, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the NVS-02 navigation satellite aboard the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV-F15) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. This milestone event marked the 100th launch from Sriharikota, reaffirming India's growing prowess in space technology.
Enhancing Navigation with NVS-02 and NavIC
NVS-02 is a crucial addition to India's Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system, designed to provide precise positioning services across India and neighbouring regions. NavIC is India's indigenous alternative to global navigation systems such as the U.S. GPS, China’s BeiDou, Europe’s Galileo, and Russia’s GLONASS. The satellite's successful deployment boosts NavIC’s capabilities, benefiting a wide range of applications, including terrestrial, aerial, and maritime navigation, as well as precision agriculture and disaster management.
A Historic 100th Launch from Sriharikota
The launch of NVS-02 signifies the 100th mission from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, a site that has played a pivotal role in India's space advancements. Over the years, Sriharikota has been the launchpad for several landmark missions, including the Chandrayaan series (Chandrayaan-1, Chandrayaan-2, and Chandrayaan-3), the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), and the solar research mission Aditya-L1. This latest milestone further cements ISRO’s legacy in space exploration.
ISRO’s Ambitious Roadmap
With plans to conduct 30 more missions by March 2025, ISRO is set to accelerate its advancements in space technology. This aggressive launch schedule highlights India’s rising prominence in the global space sector, placing it alongside leading space-faring nations such as the United States and China.
Conclusion
The successful deployment of the NVS-02 satellite not only enhances India’s regional navigation system but also marks a historic moment with the 100th launch from Sriharikota. ISRO’s continued commitment to innovation and space exploration solidifies India’s position as a key player in the evolving global space landscape.
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