NEW DELHI, Feb 25:
As many as 27 satellites, including 11 which facilitate the communication network in the country, are currently operational and one more is to be launched next month, Lok Sabha was informed today. One more satellite would be launched next month while three more are in the pipeline, Minister of State in Prime Minister’s Office Jitendra Singh said during Question Hour.
“India has made rapid strides in space technology, especially in last 7-8 months. We have already become one of the world leaders in space technology,” he said.
Observing that India would also take the leading role in launching satellites for the SAARC nations, the Minister said India was generating revenue by allowing its space facilities to be used by other countries. (PTI)
Trending Now
E-Paper
Follow our WhatsApp channel