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Beyond the sky: India’s Gagan now finds uses in other fields like marine navigation

India has achieved a significant milestone with its Gagan satellite navigation system, becoming the first to be certified for the equatorial region. This advanced system, operational since 2015, enhances GPS accuracy and reliability, bolstering aviation safety and finding crucial applications in maritime navigation, telecommunications, and disaster management, reinforcing India’s technological self-reliance.

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