GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02)

GSLV Mk II | IRNSS-1K (NVS-02)

Launch Successful

Launch Information

Launch Provider: Indian Space Research Organization
Launch Date: January 29, 2025 00:53 UTC
Window Start: 2025-01-29T00:53:00Z
Window End: 2025-01-29T00:53:00Z

Rocket Details

Rocket: GSLV Mk. II
Configuration:

Launch Location

Launch Pad: Satish Dhawan Space Centre Second Launch Pad
Location: Satish Dhawan Space Centre, India, India
Launch pad location

Mission Details

Mission Name: IRNSS-1K (NVS-02)
Type: Navigation
Orbit: Geostationary Transfer Orbit

Mission Description:

This is a replacement satellite for the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System. The constellation will provide India with an alternative to GPS and will be used for military and civilian use. Located at a geosynchronous orbit, the system will be operated by the Indian government.