The operational launch of the NISAR (satellite) by NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation marks a groundbreaking achievement in global space collaboration for Earth observation.
- The NISAR (satellite), developed jointly by NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation, will officially start operations following a conclave on November 7, 2025.
- Launched on July 30, 2025, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, the NISAR (satellite) focuses on advanced Earth observation using L band and S band radar technologies.
- Isro chairman V Narayanan announced that the entire data calibration for the NISAR (satellite) has been completed, paving the way for its operational use.
Why It Matters
The launch of the NISAR (satellite) signifies a major step in international cooperation in space technology, enhancing Earth observation capabilities that are crucial for environmental monitoring and disaster management.