New Delhi, Dec. 24 -- The LVM3-M6 mission successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite, marking a significant milestone in India's heavy-lift launch capabilities and commercial space sector.

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, congratulated Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on this achievement, noting that India continues to gain global recognition for its advancements in space technology.

Dr. V. Narayanan, Secretary, Department of Space and Chairman of ISRO, confirmed that the LVM3-M6 performed flawlessly, precisely placing the BlueBird Block-2 satellite into its designated low Earth orbit.

This satellite is the heaviest ever launched by an Indian veh...