The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the next‑generation navigation satellite NVS‑03 aboard the GSLV‑F18 rocket at 11:51 p.m. Friday local time from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The launch marked the 20th flight of India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle and the third satellite in the Navigation with Indian Constellation series.
ISRO posted on X that the GSLV‑F18 "has successfully placed NVS‑03 in the intended orbit. Congratulations."
A representative of ISRO said the launch "provides continuity of navigation services for the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System series."
Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh posted on X that the achievement "reflects India's growing prowess in space technology and its unwavering commitment to strengthening sovereign indigenous navigation capabilities."
India aims to bolster its independent GPS-like system through the new satellite, advancing national navigation autonomy.
