India is rapidly building a powerful military space presence, launching a 52-satellite constellation from 2025 to 2029, with a significant portion by the private sector. This initiative, guided by a new joint doctrine, aims to enhance surveillance, secure communications, and space awareness, bolstering national security in an increasingly contested orbital domain.
India to build 52‑satellite surveillance grid to monitor China, Pakistan threats
India is rapidly building a powerful military space presence, launching a 52-satellite constellation from 2025 to 2029, with a significant portion by the private sector. This initiative, guided by a new joint doctrine, aims to enhance surveillance, secure communications, and space awareness, bolstering national security in an increasingly contested orbital domain.