ISRO LVM3 M5 Launch: Watch Live as Heaviest Satellite CMS-03 Lifts Off
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set for a landmark launch of its heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, on Sunday at 5:26 PM IST from Sriharikota. The mission will use ISRO’s most powerful rocket, the LVM3-M5, to place the 4,000+ kg satellite into a geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO).
Key Mission Details
- Rocket: LVM3-M5 (formerly GSLV Mk3)
- Satellite: CMS-03 communication satellite
- Weight: Over 4,000 kg
- Launch Time: Sunday, 5:26 PM IST
- Launch Site: Sriharikota
- Orbit: Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO)
The LVM3 rocket, known for its flawless record, uses a combination of solid, liquid, and cryogenic engines. With capacity to carry up to 8,000 kg to low earth orbit, this reliable launcher has previously powered critical missions including Chandrayaan-2, Chandrayaan-3, and other key communication satellites.
Watch Live Streaming
ISRO will broadcast the launch live on its official YouTube channel, demonstrating India’s growing capabilities in space technology. The event marks a significant milestone as the heaviest satellite ever launched from Indian soil.
