CISC Dixit discusses China's growing military space programme

India Jun 11, 2025

China has ramped up its military presence in space, jumping from just 36 satellites in 2010 to over 1,000 today. Out of these, more than 360 are focused on intelligence and surveillance. Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit recently shared that this rapid growth is changing the game when it comes to security in the region.

China linking its spy satellites with weapon systems

China's advanced spy satellites aren't just for show—they're being linked with weapon systems, making them a real threat to India's national security. To keep up, India is investing in new tech like better command systems and its own homegrown surveillance satellites. The goal? Faster decisions and stronger defenses if things get tense near our borders.