Geo-imaging satellite EOS-03 scheduled for launch in third quarter of 2021, says Jitendra Singh
The Hindu
Intended for the real-time monitoring of natural disasters, the satellite is capable of imaging the whole country four-five times daily, the Minister of State for the Department of Space says.
Geo-imaging satellite for earth observation EOS-03, which would enable near real-time monitoring of natural disasters like floods and cyclones, is scheduled for launch in the third quarter of 2021, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Thursday. EOS-03 is capable of imaging the whole country four-five times daily, the Minister of State for the Department of Space said in a written response in the Rajya Sabha. In addition to natural disasters, EOS-03 would also enable monitoring of water bodies, crops, vegetation condition, forest cover changes, Mr. Singh said.More Related News
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