🚀 ISRO’s PSLV-C59 Successfully Launches Oceansat-3B and Nano Satellites

🧭 Thematic Focus:

Space Technology | Environmental Monitoring | Innovation

🌟 Introductory Glimpse:

In yet another glorious stride for India’s space program, ISRO’s PSLV-C59 mission successfully launched the Oceansat-3B satellite along with a set of nano-satellites, reinforcing India’s capabilities in ocean observation, climate monitoring, and satellite miniaturization technologies.

🛤️ Key Highlights:

• PSLV-C59 launched Oceansat-3B and 7 nano-satellites on April 27, 2025.
• Oceansat-3B will monitor sea surface temperatures, chlorophyll concentrations, and ocean winds.
• Data will support fisheries management, disaster forecasting, and climate research.
• Nano-satellites launched include academic and commercial payloads from India and friendly nations.
• Strengthens India’s position as a key player in ocean and climate satellite missions.

📜 GS Paper Mapping:

• GS Paper 3: Science and Technology | Space Technology | Environment Monitoring

🪄 A Thought Spark — by IAS Monk:

“When the oceans whisper to the stars, a patient mind listens from the shores of the sky.”