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India-France Launch TRISHNA for Water Scarcity
29 Sep
Summary
- TRISHNA satellite to map water resources in high detail.
- It bridges the gap between detailed but infrequent observations.
- Mission supports farmers, water managers, and climate scientists.
India and France are collaborating on the TRISHNA satellite mission, scheduled for launch from Sriharikota in 2027. This joint effort addresses the escalating global water scarcity crisis, a significant consequence of climate change.
TRISHNA, meaning 'thirst' in Sanskrit, will map water resources from orbit with a resolution finer than 60 meters, providing frequent observations several times a week. This advanced capability will help scientists monitor local phenomena related to the water cycle, including vegetation stress and water availability.
The satellite, a successor to the successful Megha-Tropiques mission, builds on decades of Indo-French cooperation in space. The collaboration extends beyond TRISHNA to include support for India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight program and potential launch vehicle interoperability.
Data from TRISHNA will have significant implications for optimizing irrigation, monitoring water reservoirs, improving drought forecasts, and informing water resource allocation policies, ultimately aiding adaptation to a rapidly changing environment.
