Islamabad (Web Desk): Pakistan's Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) has announced that the country's first Indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) Satellite will be launched on January 17 from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre in China.
According to the SUPARCO, this event marks a significant milestone in Pakistan's space endeavors, reflecting the country's growing expertise and commitment to advancing in the field of space technology.
The EO-1 satellite, developed entirely in Pakistan, will play a crucial role in enhancing the nation's capabilities in several key areas.
It is designed to support the management of natural resources, improve disaster response and prediction, contribute to food security efforts, and drive economic development through data-driven decision-making.
By offering high-resolution imagery, the satellite will provide valuable insights into agriculture, urban development, environmental monitoring, and natural resource management.
In agriculture, the EO-1 will assist in precision farming by allowing farmers to track crop conditions, monitor irrigation needs, and predict yields.
This will ultimately help improve food security across the country. For urban planning, the satellite will provide essential data on infrastructure growth, urban sprawl, and regional planning.
In the fields of environmental protection and disaster management, EO-1 will monitor floods, landslides, deforestation, and other environmental hazards, ensuring timely and accurate responses to natural disasters.
Furthermore, the satellite will aid in monitoring critical natural resources such as minerals, water, and oil, contributing to sustainable extraction and conservation strategies.
It will also offer insights into the effects of climate change, such as glacier recession and water resource management.
The launch of EO-1 underscores Pakistan's growing technological capabilities and is expected to provide a significant boost to the country's space program, aligning with the objectives of the National Space Policy.
This achievement highlights the potential of advanced space technologies in fostering national development, sustainability, and progress.
