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On August 16, ISRO successfully launched the third and final developmental flight of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV-D3) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The mission’s primary payload, EOS-08, is ISRO’s latest Earth Observation Satellite. This launch marks a significant step for SSLV, showcasing advancements in microsatellite technology and payload integration. EOS-08 is designed to enhance Earth observation capabilities with its new payload instruments and technologies. The successful deployment of this satellite underscores ISRO`s commitment to developing cost-effective, versatile launch solutions for small satellites. This mission not only demonstrates SSLV’s potential but also reinforces ISRO’s growing expertise in satellite technology and space exploration.

During the inaugural day of the India Space Congress (ISC) 2024, ISRO Chief S Somanath revealed that the next satellite, GSAT-20, is primed for launch and anticipated to be deployed by August. Highlighting ISRO`s ambitious lunar aspirations, he underscored the necessity for enhanced payload capabilities in their rockets. "Our next satellite GSAT-20 is ready to be launched and will possibly be launched by August…. We need to have higher payload capacity in our rockets as we plan to send people to the Moon," Somanath remarked, setting the stage for ISRO`s forthcoming endeavors in space exploration and satellite technology advancement.