Mission Drishti : The World’s First Multi-Sensor Earth Observation (EO) Satellite
Indian space-tech startup GalaxEye has announced the launch of ‘Mission Drishti,’ the world’s first multi-sensor Earth Observation (EO) satellite, scheduled for the first quarter of 2026.
- Mission Drishti is the world’s first satellite integrating multiple sensing technologies—Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Optical sensors—on a single platform, enabling real-time, all-weather Earth observation.
- Developed by GalaxEye Space, a Bengaluru-based private space startup founded by alumni of IIT Madras.
- Aim is to provide high-resolution, multi-source geospatial intelligence for applications in defense, disaster management, infrastructure, utilities, agriculture, and financial risk assessment, strengthening India’s data-driven governance and security capabilities.
- Key Features:
- World’s first multi-sensor integration: Combines SAR and optical imaging, ensuring 24×7, all-weather monitoring.
- High-resolution imaging: Offers 1.5-meter resolution, among the highest in its category.
- Largest private satellite: Weighs 160 kg, India’s largest privately-built satellite to date.
- AI-driven analytics: Enables advanced data fusion and geospatial insights for precision planning.
- Constellation plan: 8–10 satellites to be launched over four years, forming an integrated global observation network.
