Wed, 11 Nov 2026 · LIVE
Updated Oct 31, 2026 · 16:00
Technology News Updated Oct 31, 2026

Amit Shah Congratulates ISRO on GSLV-F18 NVS-03 Launch

Ten Out of Ten by Anosh Abraham – Read on Kindle

Amit Shah congratulated ISRO on Saturday for the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 rocket carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and YS Jagan Mohan Reddy also praised ISRO scientists, with Reddy calling it a significant milestone for India's navigation capabilities. ISRO launched NVS-03 aboard GSLV-F18 on Friday to strengthen the indigenous NavIC system.

Amit Shah congratulates ISRO on successful NVS-03 launch, says mission will strengthen NavIC capabilities

New Delhi, October 31

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation on the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 carrying the NVS-03 navigation satellite, saying the mission would further expand the capabilities of NavIC and enhance navigation benefits for people.

In a post on X, Amit Shah described the launch as a new milestone for India and said it would further expand the capabilities of the country's indigenous navigation system, NavIC.

"Congratulations to our geniuses at ISRO on the successful launch of the GSLV-F18 carrying NVS-03!

"India's new milestone in the skies, the new launch will further expand the capabilities of NavIC and enhance the benefits of navigation for our people. It is another example of Modi Ji's vision of harnessing the power of science for empowering citizens," Shah wrote.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy also congratulated the scientists, engineers and staff of ISRO on the successful launch of the navigation satellite aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket.

Revanth Reddy praised the successful placement of the satellite into its designated geostationary orbit and described it as a significant milestone in strengthening India's navigation capabilities.

He said NVS-03 would provide improved services in critical sectors, including transportation, aviation, maritime navigation, surveillance and emergency services.

The Chief Minister said the achievement was a matter of pride for the entire nation and wished ISRO continued success in its future endeavours.

Meanwhile, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy also extended his congratulations to ISRO scientists and engineers, describing the launch as an important step towards strengthening NavIC and promoting self-reliance in advanced space technology.

In his post on X, Jagan said the mission would help deliver critical services to citizens and lauded the dedication and efforts of India's space scientists.

"The dedication, intellect, and relentless pursuit of excellence by our space scientists continue to make the entire nation proud," he wrote.

ISRO successfully launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard the GSLV-F18 rocket on Friday, marking another step in strengthening India's indigenous satellite navigation system.

Ten Out of Ten by Anosh Abraham – Read on Kindle

— ANI

Reader’s Guide · AI-assisted, based only on the report above

What the report makes clear: The NVS-03 satellite launched aboard GSLV-F18 and drew congratulations from national and state leaders.

Still open: The report does not yet say when NavIC services will be upgraded or what specific sectors will benefit first.

Another way to look at it: Expanding NavIC's reach matters most where ground-based navigation is unreliable, such as remote and maritime regions.

How do you think NavIC can improve everyday navigation for citizens?

Reader Voices

Leave a comment

Be kind. Add to the conversation. 0/50
Thank you — your comment has been submitted.
JS blocked