ISRO's LVM3-M6 launches heaviest BlueBird Block-2 satellite

ISRO successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 satellite on December 24, 2025, using its LVM3-M6 rocket. This commercial mission for AST SpaceMobile, USA, marks a milestone as the heaviest payload launched by LVM3, aiming to provide direct-to-smartphone broadband globally.

• ISRO launched BlueBird Block-2 satellite on December 24, 2025.
• LVM3-M6 rocket carried the 6,100 kg satellite to Low Earth Orbit.
• Heaviest payload launched by LVM3 from Indian soil.
• Commercial mission for US-based AST SpaceMobile.
• Satellite to provide direct-to-smartphone 4G/5G cellular broadband.
• Signifies a major milestone for ISRO's commercial space push.

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