GSAT-29

GSAT-29 is a high-throughput communication satellite developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is intended to enhance internet connectivity in remote areas of India, particularly Jammu & Kashmir and the Northeast region. The satellite carries Ku-band and Ka-band transponders. The Ku-band transponders are designed to provide communication services to users in the Indian mainland, while the Ka-band transponders are specifically aimed at providing high-speed data transfer capabilities in the regions mentioned above.

GSAT-29 was launched by the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III) - D2 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) SHAR, Sriharikota. The satellite is positioned in geostationary orbit. Its primary objective is to serve as a testbed for new and critical technologies, including high-throughput communication payloads, for future Indian communication satellites. The development of GSAT-29 is a part of ISRO's efforts to bridge the digital divide and improve communication infrastructure across the country.