EOS-N1 Anvesha: ISRO’s PSLV-C62 Launch Explained
Why in the news
India’s space agency lined up its first mission of the year, a PSLV flight to put a new hyperspectral observation satellite into orbit.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mission | PSLV-C62 |
| Vehicle | Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) |
| Main satellite | EOS-N1 (Anvesha) |
| Extra payloads | 18 co-passenger satellites |
| Site | Sriharikota |
| Timeline | January 2026 |
About EOS-N1
- An advanced satellite for Earth observation and surveillance.
- Uses hyperspectral imaging technology.
- Serves both strategic (security) and civilian needs.
Exam angle
- Codename: Anvesha.
- Launcher: PSLV, flight number C62.
- Launch centre: Sriharikota.