The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the country's newest satellite GSAT-7A from the second launch pad of Sathish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota today (Dec 19).

It is believed that the 2,250-kilogram geostationary communication satellite will give a boost to the Defence forces' communication capabilities.

GSAT-7A will provide communication services in Ku-Band over the Indian region. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle-F11 (GSLV-F11) with indigenous cryogenic upper stage has a total of three stages before reaching the destined orbit using the onboard propulsion system.

This heavyweight communication satellite will provide vital data for hi-tech communication in strategic fields.

It might take one or two days from the launcher to reach its final orbital stage.

This heavyweight communication satellite will provide vital data for hi-tech communication in strategic fields.

It will also boost the air force's network-dependent warfare capabilities, enhancing its abilities to operate globally.