ISRO plans to launch an American satellite in February or March this year. This satellite enables people to make voice calls directly from their regular mobile phones by connecting through space.

India's Minister of Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh announced plans for an upcoming mission, stating, "In February or March, we will launch a U.S. satellite dedicated to mobile communication." This satellite will facilitate voice communication on mobile phones, making it a fascinating mission."

AST SpaceMobile is Expected to Partner with ISRO

This launch represents the first time an Indian rocket has been used to deploy a large-scale communications satellite for an American company into orbit. While ISRO has not officially disclosed the satellite operator, reports indicate it could be Texas-based AST SpaceMobile.

Abel Avellan, the CEO of AST SpaceMobile, previously announced the development of a groundbreaking technology that enables satellites to connect directly with standard cell phones. This innovation delivers broadband internet via the largest commercial phased array ever deployed in low Earth orbit.

AST is preparing to launch its satellite, Bluebird, using India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV), famously known as the "Bahubali rocket." The Bluebird satellite will have a weight of approximately 6,000 kilograms and feature an impressive 64-square-meter antenna.

This mission, operated by New Space India Limited (NSIL), is focused on delivering affordable 5G broadband services directly from space to billions of people worldwide, enabling seamless connectivity on everyday smartphones.

ISRO's efforts on this project highlight India's significant role in global space technology. Through this launch, ISRO and AST SpaceMobile aim to revolutionize connectivity by delivering advanced communication services directly to mobile phones.