India is all set to launch its most sophisticated broadband communications satellite GSAT-20, also called GSAT N-2, into orbit on a Falcon 9 rocket for the first time next week.

India is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of its most advanced broadband communications satellite, GSAT-20, also known as GSAT N-2.

India will launch its largest communication satellite, Gsat-20, using SpaceX's Falcon-9 rocket. The satellite, weighing 4,700 kg, exceeds the capacity of India's current launch vehicle. SpaceX was chosen due to the unavailability of Arianespace and the ongoing conflict with Russia.

The satellite is designed to enhance India's communication infrastructure, featuring a Ka-band high-throughput communications payload with a mission lifespan of 14 years.

Elon Musk's SpaceX will launch India's heavy communication satellite, Gsat-20, on November 19th. Weighing over 4 tonnes, the satellite exceeds the capacity of India's current launchers, necessitating the use of SpaceX's Falcon-9.