sheet dynamics, vegetation patterns, sea level rise, groundwater variation, and track natural hazards. Aims to provide insights into climate change and natural hazards.
Technological Advancement: Uses dual-frequency radar (L-band from NASA, S-band from ISRO) for detailed Earth surface monitoring.
Antenna: Features a 12-metre drum-shaped wire mesh reflector, the largest in space, for enhanced signal focus.
Delay and Upgrade: The mission faced delays due to a key component, the 12-metre antenna, needing improvement. It was shipped back to the US for upgrades.
Upcoming ISRO Missions: EOS-09 (Earth Observation Satellite) and Gaganyaan TV-D2 Mission (Crew Escape System test) are scheduled before NISAR.
Axiom-4 Mission: Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla will travel to the ISS, becoming the second Indian in space.
