The Space Applications Centre (SAC) is a prominent facility of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), based in Ahmedabad. It specializes in a wide array of themes that encompass the development of satellite payloads, data reception, and processing, extending to societal applications aimed at enhancing life on Earth. SAC is instrumental in creating and validating payloads for communications, navigation, earth observation, and planetary exploration.

Among its various services, SAC operates the Meteorological and Oceanographic Satellite Data Archival Centre (MOSDAC), which is dedicated to the reception, analysis, and dissemination of satellite data related to meteorology and oceanography. This data supports both national and international research, facilitating applications in disaster monitoring and environmental management. Moreover, SAC engages in operational data delivery for weather forecasting, ocean forecasting, and providing a range of critical environmental data, solidifying its role as a leader in satellite-based applications for societal benefits.