India to build 52‑satellite surveillance grid to monitor China, Pakistan threats
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Jun 05, 2026, 17:45 (IST)
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.