Air Marshal Tejinder Singh, Chief of IAF Training Command, emphasized the increasing importance of satellite-enabled capabilities for military preparedness during an international conference on space. He outlined plans to expand India’s satellite constellation from 12 to 78 by 2031, enhancing intelligence and navigation services vital for modern warfare. The conference also featured Indian astronauts involved in the Gaganyaan mission, highlighting India’s ambitious space goals, including a space station by 2035 and a lunar landing by 2040. This reflects India’s strategic shift towards prioritizing space as a critical operational domain, essential for maintaining a competitive edge in defense capabilities.