PSLV C62 Disturbance Shocks India’s Space Ambitions
PSLV C62 Disturbance Shocks India’s Space Ambitions
PSLV C62 Disturbance Shocks India’s Space Ambitions
ISRO confirms anomaly in PSLV C62 third stage. EOS N1 satellite launch faces setback.
India’s trusted workhorse rocket has stumbled. The PSLV C62 mission, carrying the EOS N1 Earth observation satellite and 15 co passengers, suffered a disturbance in its third stage. ISRO Chairman V Narayanan confirmed a deviation in the flight path.
The rocket lifted off smoothly from Sriharikota. The first two stages performed as expected. Trouble began near the end of the third stage burn. Telemetry showed abnormal roll rates and path deviation. The mission failed to reach the required velocity for orbital injection.
ISRO has launched a detailed investigation. Engineers are analyzing data to pinpoint the cause. Narayanan assured that findings will be shared soon. The setback is rare for PSLV, which has built a reputation for reliability.
The EOS N1 satellite, also called Anvesha, was designed for Earth observation. Alongside it were multiple commercial payloads. Their fate remains uncertain after the anomaly.
This failure has sparked debate on India’s space program. Analysts note that while ISRO maintains a high success rate, rare setbacks highlight the challenges of space exploration. The incident underscores the need for resilience and rapid corrective measures.
