LVM3 Successfully Launches BlueBird 6 Satellite into Orbit from Sriharikota

India’s heavy lift LVM3 rocket successfully launched the BlueBird 6 communication satellite from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, completing another major commercial mission for ISRO. The launch demonstrated the rocket’s ability to deploy heavy international payloads with precision.

Satellite Reaches Planned Orbit
The mission lifted off from the second launch pad at 8.54 am, carrying the 6,500 kilogram satellite into space. Around 15 minutes after launch, the BlueBird 6 satellite separated from the launch vehicle and was successfully placed into its intended orbit at an altitude of nearly 520 kilometres.

ISRO Confirms Mission Success
ISRO Chairman and Department of Space Secretary Dr V Narayanan confirmed that the LVM3 M6 mission accurately deployed the BlueBird 6 communication satellite into its designated orbit. The successful mission further reinforces India’s reputation as a reliable global launch service provider.

Prime Minister Congratulates ISRO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the ISRO team on the successful mission, praising the achievement as another significant milestone for India’s space programme. The successful deployment highlights the growing capabilities of the LVM3 rocket in carrying heavy payloads for international customers.