India's first space observatory.
Replacement for GSAT-3.
"Replacement for GSAT-3E. 48 transponders - 12 in the C band, 12 in the extended C and 24 in the Ku band."
Also equipped with GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Naviation).
India's first dedicated military satellite.
"Television and telecommunications services; 12 Ku-band and 12 C-band transponders, Indian sub-continent."