Pakistan to Launch Indigenous Electro-Optical Satellite EO-1 on January 17
The Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has announced the launch of the Indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) Satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in China on January 17. This milestone underscores Suparco’s commitment to advancing Pakistan’s space science and technological capabilities. As an advanced imaging satellite, EO-1 will provide high-resolution optical images, marking a pivotal achievement in Pakistan’s space technology journey.
The EO-1 satellite is poised to transform multiple sectors in Pakistan. In agriculture, it will enable precision farming by monitoring crops, optimizing irrigation, and predicting yields, thereby bolstering food security. Urban planners will benefit from the satellite’s ability to track infrastructure development, manage urban sprawl, and guide regional planning. Additionally, EO-1 will significantly enhance environmental monitoring and disaster management by providing critical data on floods, landslides, and deforestation.
This achievement aligns with Pakistan’s National Space Policy, placing the country among emerging players in advanced space technologies. Suparco’s efforts, including the EO-1 launch and collaborations like the PakSat-MM1 communication satellite and the upcoming lunar mission with China, signal a determined stride toward innovation and sustainable national development. The EO-1’s launch is set to elevate Pakistan’s global standing in space exploration and technology.
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