At present, India has 13 earth
observation, 3 meteorological, 13 communication and 7 navigational
satellites in operation.
The
data from earth observation and meteorological satellites in conjunction with
ground based information, and services derived from communication &
navigation satellites are being used towards Disaster Management Support. The
data obtained from meteorological satellites is used for cyclone track,
intensity & landfall predictions and forecasting of extreme weather events.
The data from earth observation satellites is used for monitoring disaster
events and assessing the damages. The communication satellites help to
establish emergency communication in remote and inaccessible areas and
navigation satellites are used for providing location based services. The
fishing sector is being supported through advisories on Potential Fishing Zones
and the ocean state forecast generated using satellite data helps the shipping
sector.
ISRO
has planned future satellite missions in earth observation, communication and
navigation to ensure continuity of data and services for operational
applications as well as to address emerging needs of disaster management.
The
funds allocated towards satellite missions during the last three years,
year-wise are as under:
Year
|
Allocation
(RE)
(Rs.
in Crores)
|
2014-2015
|
614.71
|
2015-2016
|
720.53
|
2016-2017
|
657.24
|
The capabilities of earth observation, meteorological,
communication and navigational satellites are used to harness the benefits of
space technology for developmental activities in various sectors, including
strategic sector. Currently, ISRO is working towards the development of 23
satellites, approved by the government.
This information was
provided by the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Development of
North-Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances &
Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in written reply to a
question in Lok Sabha today.
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