What happened?
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan announced on Wednesday that India plans to add 100-150 satellites over the next three years to enhance border security and coastal surveillance. Narayanan mentioned that currently, India operates about 55 satellites, which is insufficient for a country with vast borders and a 7,500 km shoreline. He also detailed ISRO’s successful second docking of satellites as part of its SpaDeX missions.
Why it matters to India
The planned increase in the number of satellites is crucial for India to strengthen its surveillance and protect its borders and coastal areas. This initiative aligns with India’s focus on national security and leveraging space technology for strategic purposes. ISRO’s achievements, such as the SpaDeX missions, demonstrate India’s growing capabilities in space technology, which have applications in both civilian and defence sectors.