Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi hailed ISRO's successful launch of GSLV-F17 carrying EOS-05, India's first-ever imaging satellite from Geosynchronous orbit, calling it a proud moment for the nation. The launch occurred on September 4, 2026, and represents a significant milestone in India's space capabilities. Modi emphasized that this achievement reflects the excellence, innovation, and growing capabilities defining India's space sector. The Prime Minister specifically noted the growing partnership between ISRO and Indian industry, which is adding new strength and scale to India's space programme and expanding capabilities across the entire space ecosystem. Modi shared these comments through an official statement from the Prime Minister's Office and also posted the message on social media platform X, where he described it as "yet another outstanding achievement by ISRO" that demonstrates India's technological advancement in space technology.