Is India's space program its most underrated strategic asset?
A recent compilation highlights India's incredible achievement of holding nine world records in space missions. Spearheaded by ISRO, these records—from the most cost-effective Mars mission (Mangalyaan) to launching 104 satellites in a single flight—are the result of decades of sustained, frugal innovation. This milestone gains significance now as India actively opens its space sector to private players, capitalizing on the global attention following recent lunar successes. The immediate impact is a powerful validation of India's deep-tech capabilities, positioning its space-tech sector as a credible and highly attractive destination for global investment and strategic partnerships. From a market perspective, this isn't just about scientific prowess; it's a testament to a viable, high-ROI business model built on "frugal engineering." It signals to investors that the Indian space sector can deliver world-class outcomes with unmatched capital efficiency. For th...