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Back to Back Failures Questions Are Mounting Over Isros Pslv Programme

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The article reports failures of ISRO's PSLV rockets, which are used for launching satellites including strategic ones. This affects India's space launch capability, potentially impacting satellite deployment for defense, communication, and earth observation. The commercial mechanism is weak as no specific financial or supply chain impacts are detailed; however, it signals potential delays in satellite launches and increased reliance on foreign launch providers. The primary sector affected is aerospace and defense, specifically launch services.

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  • PSLV-C62 failed on Jan 12, 2026, losing Avnesha (EOS-N1) and 15 other satellites.
  • PSLV-C61 failed in May 2025.
  • NVS-02 navigation satellite failed in Jan 2025.
  • Third consecutive setback for strategic missions.
  • High-level committee report not yet released.
Sector verdictAEROSPACE_DEFENSEDownmagnitude 2/3 · confidence 2/5

Third PSLV failure likely delays strategic satellite launches, with potential cost increases of 2-5% in the mid-term.

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