India’s Counter to Pak-China Satellite Threat: High-tech Naval Shield
India strikes a ?449 crore deal for Naval jammers: The MOD signed a ?449-crore contract with Accord Software and Systems to supply 20 enhanced-capability GNSS jammers to the Navy. These indigenous systems will not only degrade adversary satellite signal acquisition but also spoof location data, misleading hostile satellites. The move aims to secure Naval operations in high-threat zones while advancing Aatmanirbhar Bharat goals through 75% local acquisition.
Pakistan launched six Earth-observation satellites with Chinese assistance. These platforms combine optical, hyperspectral, and AI-enhanced sensors to detect camouflaged or subsurface installations and track Indian military movements. If the six platforms are integrated with China’s networks, it could give Islamabad persistent, high-resolution surveillance over Indian regions.
India’s SBS-III programme builds a resilient space shield: India’s ?27000-crore Space-Based Surveillance Phase-III will deploy 52 low-Earth-orbit satellites by 2029. The 29 satellites will be built by private firms. The constellation will integrate synthetic-aperture radar and high-resolution optical sensors for all-weather, round-the-clock monitoring, alongside secure communications and space situational awareness. The large number of satellites aims to reduce vulnerability to anti-satellite weapons while tracking adversary satellites and supporting counter-space capabilities.
India’s parallel investments in counter-satellite jammers and a large surveillance constellation suggest a layered deterrence strategy. This strategy combines denial of enemy-based intelligence with persistent awareness of one's own domain. It will deter cross-border incursions and maritime challenges. It will provide the Indian Armed Forces with better situational awareness and decision-making.