The countdown for the launch of PSLV C-23 carrying French Earth Observation Satellite SPOT-7 and four co-passenger spacecraft will begin at 8:52 AM today in Sriharikota. ISRO said, the Launch Authorization Board, which met Friday, cleared the launch, paving the way for the start of countdown.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to witness the launch of PSLV C-23 from the first launch pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The launch will take place on Monday.