India launches Communication Satellite GSAT-6 from Sriharikota

In a proud moment for ISRO and India, the GSLV D6 carrying communication satellite GSAT-6 launched from Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) this afternoon. The satellite was successfully placed in the Orbit.

This is the 25th indigenous communications satellite made by ISRO. The 2,117 kg satellite carries a very special giant antennae, which will open up in space like an umbrella. The large antennae will help India’s strategic forces to communicate with each other on secure lines using special small hand held devices.