The Navy’s operations at sea are set for a significant upgrade following the launch of the communication satellite GSAT-7R by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Sunday.

The new satellite will provide enhanced real-time imagery and video feeds for tracking enemy warships, monitoring piracy and enabling high-speed, secure communication between shore-based control units and warships, submarines, helicopters, UAVs and aircraft at sea.

Since 2013, the Navy has relied on its dedicated communication satellite GSAT-7, also known as ‘Rukmini’. Over the past decade, technology has advanced considerably, and the GSAT-7R is designed to bridge that gap.

Named CMS-03 by ISRO, the GSAT-7R is the most advanced communication satellite developed for the Navy so far. It will strengthen space

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