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Satellite Name: RISAT-18 (Radar Imaging Satellite)

Type: Earth Observation Satellite

Launch Vehicle: PSLV-C61 (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle)

Launch Date: May 18, 2025

Agency: Indian Space Research Organisation

Purpose: Enhances India’s surveillance and disaster management capabilities

Significance:

Strengthens border and maritime surveillance

Supports agricultural monitoring, forest mapping, and flood assessment

Continuation of RISAT series for all-weather, day-night imaging capability

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