ISRO Set to Launch India's Heaviest Naval Communications Satellite Using Bahubali Rocket

Nov 01, 2025 06:34 pm CST

ISRO prepares to launch its heavyweight Bahubali rocket carrying the 4,400 kg CMS-03 satellite to enhance Indian Navy's communication capabilities. The LVM-3 rocket with 100% success record will deploy this critical defense asset designed to provide secure maritime communications within 2,000 km of India's coastline, replacing the decade-old GSAT-7 Rukmini satellite.