India to Launch European Union’s Solar Observatory Satellite Proba-3 in December

Summary:

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh,announced that India will launch the European Union's Proba-3 satellite in early December, marking a significant milestone in Indo-EU space collaboration.

• Speaking at the 3rd Indian Space Conclave, he highlighted the satellite’s mission to observe the Sun, underscoring both nations’ commitment to advancing scientific knowledge.

Key Developments in Indo-EU Space Collaboration

1. Announcement of Proba-3 Satellite Launch:

• Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, announced that India will launch the European Union's Proba-3 satellite in early December 2024.
• This marks a significant milestone in the Indo-EU space collaboration.
• The Proba-3 mission will focus on solar research, specifically observing the Sun, and will further strengthen India-EU space cooperation.

1. Context of Collaboration:

• The launch builds on previous EU-ISRO collaborations but stands out due to its emphasis on solar observation, adding to ISRO's growing portfolio of space missions.
• This development follows on the heels of ISRO’s successful Chandrayaan-3 mission, continuing India’s momentum in space exploration.

1. Launch of SPADE and ISpA Awards:

• During the 3rd Indian Space Conclave, Dr. Singh also unveiled SPADE, a product by Suhora Technologies, showcasing India’s growing space tech capabilities.
• He presented the ISpA Awards, celebrating achievements in the Indian space sector and underscoring India’s vision for an advanced space industry contributing to both national and global scientific progress.