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ISRO's GSAT-N2 satellite, designed to enhance communication infrastructure, was launched aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket due to its cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. This partnership highlights the growing collaboration between global space agencies and private firms for successful missions.

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00:00In the world of space exploration, India's Indian Space Research Organisation or in short
00:18ISRO, has carved out a legacy of remarkable success.
00:22From launching cost-effective missions like Chandrayaan to landing on the Moon, ISRO has
00:27consistently pushed the boundaries of science and technology.
00:32But even a giant in the field like ISRO needs to adapt and evolve.
00:37And in a striking partnership, they turned to a private company with a global reputation
00:42– SpaceX – to launch one of their most important satellites, the GSAT-N2.
00:49So why would India's space agency with its powerful rockets look to Elon Musk's SpaceX?
00:56The answer lies in a blend of technological necessity, timing and practical decision-making.
01:01Let's explore how this collaboration unfolded and why it makes a perfect sense.
01:09Let's first understand what is GSAT-N2.
01:15The GSAT-N2, a communications satellite, is a significant part of India's ongoing efforts
01:21to enhance its satellite network.
01:24Designed to improve broadband connectivity, GSAT-N2 aims to provide a crucial boost to
01:30India's communication infrastructure.
01:32It carries transponders that will assist in telecommunication, broadcasting and internet
01:38services, especially to remote and rural areas.
01:42With its ability to provide uninterrupted services for years to come, GSAT-N2 is not
01:48just another satellite.
01:50It is a step forward for India's ambition in space and technology.
01:59Why SpaceX?
02:00In the world of space missions, cost efficiency, reliability and timely launches are key factors
02:07that determine success.
02:09Despite ISRO's incredible track record with its own launch vehicles like PSLV or GSLV,
02:16there were several practical reasons why ISRO chose to collaborate with SpaceX for
02:21GSAT-N2.
02:22First, the GSAT-N2 mission required a precise and quick deployment.
02:29The global competition to launch satellite at lower cost and on time is fierce.
02:34SpaceX, with its impressive track record, offered both.
02:38They had the technical capabilities to launch the GSAT-N2 on the Falcon 9 rocket with a
02:44guaranteed timeline.
02:46SpaceX is renowned for its reusable rocket technology, which drastically reduces cost
02:52and improves the turnaround time for launching satellites, making it a prime option for a
02:57project like this.
02:59Moreover, while ISRO's homegrown rockets are remarkable, they were already committed to
03:05other high-priority missions, leaving a potential gap in their schedule.
03:10SpaceX's reliable launch window was something that aligned perfectly with ISRO's need, filling
03:16in that gap with efficiency.
03:19Now it is important to understand what is Falcon 9 rocket.
03:23The Falcon 9 rocket, developed by SpaceX, is one of the most reliable and cost-effective
03:28launch vehicles in the world.
03:30It is known for its reusability, an innovative feature that revolutionized space travel.
03:37Falcon 9 is capable of lifting heavy payloads into space and is often used for a wide range
03:43of missions, for commercial satellite deployments, to resupply missions for the International
03:49Space Station, or in short, ISS.
03:52Its cutting-edge technology, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery make it a preferred choice
03:57for many space agencies and private firms around the world.
04:02For ISRO, choosing Falcon 9 for the GSAT-N2 satellite launch was not just a strategic
04:07decision.
04:08It was a step towards making global space collaborations more common and efficient.
04:15It is important to remember that ISRO is no stranger to success, the Indian space agency
04:21that accomplished monumental milestones.
04:24They made history with the Mars Orbiter Mission, Mangalyaan, which placed India in an elite
04:30club of national capable of interplanetary exploration.
04:34Then there is the Chandrayaan-2 mission, aimed at exploring the moon, which despite
04:39setbacks further cemented India's place in the global space race.
04:43And let's not forget ISRO's ability to launch 104 satellites in one mission, a world record.
04:50Yet, despite these successes, even the most well-equipped space agency in the world faces
04:56challenges.
04:57ISRO's budget constrained the complexity of maintaining tight launch schedules and
05:02the need for specialized rockets for different payloads means that there are times when
05:08partnerships like the one with SpaceX make sense.
05:13The GSAT-N2 needed a reliable, timely launch and that's exactly what SpaceX delivered.
05:20The collaboration between ISRO and SpaceX for the GSAT-N2 launch symbolizes a new era
05:27of global cooperation space exploration.
05:30It is a reminder that no one agency or country can achieve everything alone.
05:36ISRO's partnership with SpaceX is a perfect example of how nations and private companies
05:42are coming together to make space more accessible, efficient and sustainable.
05:47While ISRO continues to push the frontiers of space with its own cutting-edge missions,
05:53its alliance with SpaceX ensures that it has the best tools at its disposal for each mission,
06:00no matter the challenges ahead.
06:02Together, the world watches as they make history, one satellite at a time.

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