ISRO LVM3-M5 ‘Bahubali’ Rocket Successfully Launches India’s Heaviest Communication Satellite CMS-03

Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh – In a landmark ISRO satellite launch 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched India’s heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, aboard the powerful LVM3-M5 ‘Bahubali’ rocket on Sunday, November 2, 2025. The mission, executed flawlessly from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, marks a new milestone in Indian space mission achievements and strengthens India’s digital connectivity backbone.

ISRO LVM3-M5 Launch: Key Highlights of the 2025 Mission

• Rocket: LVM3-M5 (Launch Vehicle Mark-3, Mission 5) – nicknamed Bahubali rocket
• Payload: CMS-03 satellite – India’s heaviest communication satellite at 4,700 kg
• Launch Time: 2:15 PM IST
• Orbit Achieved: Geostationary Transfer Orbit (GTO)
• Mission Success: 100% – Satellite separated at T+18 minutes
• Live Stream Viewership: Over 2.1 million on ISRO’s official YouTube channel

“This ISRO LVM3 rocket launch is a testament to India’s self-reliant space technology. CMS-03 will power broadband for millions in remote areas.” — S. Somanath, Chairman, ISRO

What is CMS-03? India’s Heaviest Communication Satellite Explained

The CMS-03 satellite is ISRO’s most advanced communication satellite to date. Built entirely in India at the U.R. Rao Satellite Centre in Bengaluru, it carries:

• 48 high-power transponders (Ku-band & extended C-band)
• 12 kW solar power generation
• 15-year operational life in geostationary orbit at 74° East
• Coverage: Entire Indian mainland, Andaman & Nicobar, Lakshadweep, and Indian Ocean Region

How CMS-03 Will Transform India

This ISRO communication satellite directly supports the Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.

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LVM3-M5 ‘Bahubali’ Rocket: India’s Heavy-Lift Champion

The LVM3 rocket launch vehicle, popularly known as the Bahubali rocket, is ISRO’s most powerful operational launcher. The M5 variant features:

• Height: 43.4 meters
• Lift-off Mass: 640 tonnes
• Payload Capacity to GTO: 4,000+ kg
• Success Rate: 100% (5/5 missions)
• Stages:
  1. Two S200 solid strap-on boosters
  2. L110 liquid core stage
  3. C25 cryogenic upper stage (indigenous CE-20 engine)

Fun Fact: The nickname Bahubali comes from the rocket’s ability to lift 4-tonne class satellites — a feat once dominated by global giants.

ISRO Launch 2025: A Packed Year Ahead

The ISRO satellite launch 2025 calendar is one of the busiest in history. After LVM3-M5, upcoming missions include:

ISRO is also preparing for Gaganyaan (India’s first human spaceflight) and NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) in 2026.

Why This ISRO Satellite Launch Matters Globally

• Cost Efficiency: Entire mission cost under ₹620 crore (~$75 million) – 1/3rd of Western equivalents
• Commercial Revenue: Expected ₹500 crore/year from transponder leasing
• Strategic Edge: Strengthens India’s role in Asia-Pacific telecom and maritime surveillance

“ISRO LVM3-M5 proves India can deliver heavy satellites reliably and affordably. This changes the global launch market.” — Dr. Annapoorna Ravichandran, Space Policy Expert, IIT Madras

Live Watch: LVM3-M5 ‘Bahubali’ Rocket Launch (Official ISRO Video)

A New Era in Indian Space Missions

The successful ISRO satellite launch 2025 of CMS-03 via the LVM3-M5 Bahubali rocket is more than a technical win — it’s a symbol of India’s rising space power. From connecting remote villages to powering next-gen broadcasting, India’s heaviest satellite is set to transform lives.

Stay tuned for live updates as CMS-03 begins orbit-raising maneuvers and commissioning in the coming weeks.