ISRO Celebrates 100th Mission, Plans 200 More

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone with its 100th mission, launching the second-generation navigation satellite NVS-02 using the GSLV-F15 rocket from Sriharikota. This marks a pivotal moment in India's space program, underscoring ISRO's growth into a global leader in space technology. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other officials, including Dr. Jitendra Singh, celebrated the achievement, highlighting the contributions of scientists and the increasing role of private sectors in India's space endeavors. The mission also emphasizes India's commitment to expanding its Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system, positioning it as a regional alternative to global navigation systems like the U.S. GPS. ISRO plans to continue this momentum with an ambitious goal of launching 200 missions over the next five years, reinforcing India's capabilities in satellite deployment and its strategic autonomy in space technology.