Question : Launch of GSAT-29

(a) whether the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched GSAT-29 satellite with the help of GSLVMK-III D2 rocket; and
(b) if so, the details of benefits likely to accrue to the strategically important remote areas?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PG & PENSIONS AND IN THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE
(DR. JITENDRA SINGH):

(a) Yes, Madam. Indian space Research Organisation has successfully launched GSAT-29 on November 14, 2018 using GSLV MkIII D2 Rocket.

(b) The Ku and Ka band payloads of GSAT-29 are configured to cater to the communication requirements of users including those from remote areas especially from Jammu & Kashmir and North-Eastern region of India.

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