National Science Day: 10 Times ISRO Made Us Proud

By Sheetal Kumari | August 23, 2024

Launched on April 19, 1975, Aryabhata was India's first satellite, marking the beginning of ISRO's space journey.

Aryabhata (1975)

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Launched in 1983, INSAT (Indian National Satellite System) enabled satellite-based communication, transforming India's telecommunications landscape.

INSAT (1983)

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The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) has launched numerous satellites, including India's first lunar mission, Chandrayaan-1."

PSLV (1994)

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Launched in 2008, Chandrayaan-1 orbited the Moon, providing valuable data and paving the way for future lunar missions.

Chandrayaan-1 (2008)

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Launched in 2013, Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission) made India the first country to reach Mars on its maiden attempt.

Mangalyaan (2013)

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The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) has enabled the launch of heavy satellites, including the GSAT-14 communication satellite."

GSLV (2014)

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The Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) provides accurate navigation services, reducing dependence on foreign systems."

IRNSS (2013)

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Launched in 2015, Astrosat is India's first space observatory, studying celestial objects in multiple wavelengths.

 Astrosat (2015)

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ISRO's Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) technology demonstrates the capability to launch and recover rockets, reducing costs.

Reusable Launch Vehicle (2016)

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Scheduled for 2023, Gaganyaan will mark India's first human spaceflight mission, carrying astronauts to the International Space Station.

Gaganyaan (2023)

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