KARACHI: Pakistan successfully launched its latest remote sensing satellite into space on Thursday morning. The launch took place from China’s Xichang Satellite Launch Center at 7:38am (Pakistan Standard Time).
Scientists and engineers from SUPARCO, Pakistan’s national space agency, were present at the launch site in China. A special ceremony was also held at SUPARCO’s headquarters in Karachi, where the launch was shown live. Project Director Dr. Muhammad Yasar shared a video message from China during the event.
SUPARCO officials called this launch a major step forward in Pakistan’s space program and a move toward greater technological independence.
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The new satellite is equipped with advanced sensors that will help in many important areas, such as:
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Monitoring natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, and landslides
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Tracking agricultural activity and improving crop production
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Observing urban expansion and development projects
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Supporting environmental monitoring and protection
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Keeping a close watch on infrastructure, including CPEC-related work
Experts believe the satellite will help improve disaster management by giving early warnings. It will also support food security efforts and help plan future development in the country.
SUPARCO’s Director General called the launch a key milestone for Pakistan’s space and technology sector. He said it would play an important role in sustainable development and national planning.
Pakistan has previously launched other satellites, including PRSS-1 in 2018 and the EO-1 electro-optical satellite. The experience gained from these earlier missions helped make this successful launch possible.
