ISRO's LVM3-M6 Rocket Launches Heaviest Satellite Yet

India's space agency, ISRO, successfully launched its heaviest satellite to date, the 6,100 kg BlueBird Block-2, on December 24, 2025. The LVM3-M6 mission, a commercial endeavor for US-based AST SpaceMobile, deployed the communication satellite into Low Earth Orbit, bolstering India's position in global space commerce.

• ISRO launched its heaviest satellite, BlueBird Block-2 (6,100 kg).
• The launch utilized the LVM3-M6 rocket from Sriharikota, India.
• This was a commercial mission for US firm AST SpaceMobile.
• The satellite aims to provide direct 4G/5G mobile connectivity globally.
• LVM3 rocket maintains a 100% success rate across all its missions.
• The mission solidifies India's growing heavy-lift launch capabilities.

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