ScienceISRO Launches EOS-05 Satellite Amid Employee Concerns on Privatisation
On September 4, 2026, ISRO successfully launched the EOS-05 earth observation satellite aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket from Sriharikota, ending an eight-month launch gap. However, ISRO employees expressed concerns about government privatisation policies, seeking clarity from chairman V. Narayanan on ISRO's future role, transfer of functions, and impact on employees. The Joint Action Council also demanded clarifications on the same day.
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