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* The indigenous cryogenic upper stage is successful for the second time in succession, which demonstrates the consistency of the home grown technology.
* Now, India has proven capability to launch two tonne communication satellites 36,000 kms into its home slot- the geosynchronous transfer orbit
* It is a success after two decades of struggle over technology denial regimes
* From the next mission, ISRO can launch GSLV-Mk-II with satellites for commercial purposes, not just experimental satellites to test new technologies
* ISRO will gain confidence to launch more GSLV rockets and hurl communication satellites, crucial to fill gaps in India’s communication needs
* India’s PSLV rocket is a workhorse that is the most competitive globally for launching satellites on lower earth orbit
* GSLV can now begin to compete globally for two tonne communication satellite launches
* The GSLV D-6 launch gives a big boost to ISRO to invest more on its heavier rocket GSLV-Mk-III, that can eventually take a man to space
