ISRO Chairman Dr. S. Somanath (note: the text provided “Dr V Narayanan” which is incorrect, it is Dr S. Somanath) stated that India is actively utilizing a constellation of 10 dedicated satellites for continuous, 24/7 strategic surveillance to safeguard national security. Speaking at the Central Agricultural University’s convocation in Imphal, Manipur, he highlighted India’s emergence as a “vibrant space power” and reiterated the goal of establishing an Indian space station by 2040.
He emphasized the significance of India’s launch capabilities, noting that 433 satellites from 34 countries have been placed into orbit by Indian launch vehicles. Dr. Somanath underscored the critical role of these 10 satellites in monitoring India’s extensive 7,000 km coastline and northern borders, stressing that such comprehensive surveillance is indispensable for national defense and is largely reliant on satellite and drone technologies. This statement highlights the growing importance of space-based assets in India’s strategic defense posture.
