CMS-03 satellite will provide robust telecom coverage across IOR: Navy
New Delhi (PTI): The communication satellite CMS-03, will provide robust telecommunication coverage across the Indian Ocean Region, and strengthen Navy’s space-based communications and maritime domain awareness capabilities, officials said on Sunday.
The satellite, weighing 4,410 kg, will significantly enhance connectivity with high-capacity bandwidth, enabling seamless and secure communication links between ships, aircraft, submarines, and Maritime Operations Centres of the Indian Navy.
The indigenously designed and developed satellite was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
CMS-03 is a multi-band communication satellite and would provide services over a wide oceanic region including the Indian landmass, according to ISRO.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh termed the launch a "major milestone" exemplifying the nation’s spirit of 'Aatmanirbharta'.
"Congratulations to @isro on the successful launch of CMS-03, India’s most advanced communication satellite. A major milestone exemplifying our nation’s spirit of #Aatmanirbharta and cutting-edge innovation. ISRO’s relentless pursuit of technological excellence continues to make India proud," he posted on X.
A Navy spokesperson said, it will provide robust telecommunication coverage across the Indian Ocean Region.
Its payload includes transponders capable of supporting voice, data, and video links over multiple communication bands, he said.
In an era of complex security challenges, this satellite represents Indian Navy's determination to protect the nation’s maritime interests leveraging advanced technology through 'Aatmanirbharta', the official said.
This satellite is the India’s heaviest communication satellite till date, and includes many indigenous state-of-the-art components developed specifically to meet the Indian Navy’s operational requirements, officials said.
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Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visits BEML unit in Bengaluru
Bengaluru (PTI): Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Saturday visited the BEML unit in Bengaluru and reviewed the progress of activities there.
Vaishnaw, who is the Minister for Railways, Electronics and Information Technology, as well as Information and Broadcasting, also held discussions with the senior officials and staff of BEML, PIB Karnataka said in a post on 'X'.
The Minister inspected the railway coaches being manufactured and received information from the officials regarding the progress of the work, it added.
