After NISAR mission, India to launch 6500-kg US communication sat: Isro chief

After NISAR mission, India to launch 6500-kg US communication sat: Isro chief

Following the successful launch of the NISAR satellite, ISRO is preparing to launch the US-built Block-2 BlueBird communication satellite. This satellite, weighing 6,500 kg, boasts advanced communication arrays for direct-to-smartphone broadband connectivity, eliminating the need for specialized terminals.