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"India"s space agency ISRO is ready to launch its next big mission. The CMS-03 communication satellite will lift off on November 2 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. Advertisment The launch will use the LVM3-M5 rocket, which is the same heavy-lift vehicle that sent Chandrayaan-3 to the Moon. This satellite will help boost India"s communication network, especially across the country"s oceans and coastal areas. What is CMS-03 and how it will help India"s communication system The CMS-03 satellite, built by ISRO, is designed to improve communication services across India and nearby ocean regions. It weighs around 4,400 kg, making it the heaviest communication satellite to be sent into orbit from Indian soil. According to ISRO, CMS-03 will provide secure and reliable communication for both civilian and strategic users. It will support data, voice, and video services, which will be useful for ships, aircraft, and remote locations that often struggle with limited connectivity. The CMS-03 satellite will replace older systems and extend coverage to ocean regions, making it vital for maritime communication. ISRO said the mission “will strengthen the nation"s space-based communication network.” The launch is also a major step for India"s goal of improving its space technology for both public and defence use. Also Read: Ex-ISRO Scientist Builds Blockchain-powered Healthcare Platform That Stores Patient, Hospital, Doctor, and Lab Data Securely LVM3-M5 mission details and ISRO"s official confirmation The LVM3-M5 is the fifth operational flight of ISRO"s Launch Vehicle Mark-3, also known as GSLV Mk-III. The rocket was moved to the launch pad at Sriharikota on October 26 for final checks and launch rehearsals. The same vehicle was used to launch Chandrayaan-3, proving its reliability in heavy payload missions. ISRO confirmed the mission through an official post on X (formerly Twitter), stating: “WE HAVE AN OFFICIAL LAUNCH DATE. The LVM3-M5 mission carrying the CMS-03 satellite into GTO is scheduled to lift off on 2 November!” The announcement drew excitement from the space community, highlighting the growing strength of India"s space technology. The LVM3-M5 rocket, known for its strong lift capability, is well-suited for carrying heavy satellites like CMS-03 into orbit. With integration and pre-launch checks completed, ISRO teams are now preparing for the final countdown ahead of the November 2nd liftoff. Also Read: "It was literally the first time any national leader asked me to address his cabinet on AI," Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praises PM Modi"
