Indo-Pak tensions: How ISRO captured images of Pakistani installations; helping India gain vital advantage

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) played a pivotal role in the successful execution of Operation Sindoor, a strategic military operation carried out by the Indian Army against terrorist infrastructure across the border.

ISRO’s advanced satellite surveillance capabilities enabled the Army to identify and target key locations with precision. Scientists at the space agency provided the Army with high-resolution satellite images—ranging from 0.6 meters to as fine as 0.35 meters—revealing critical details of Pakistani military bases and terrorist launch pads.

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The images clearly captured strategic installations including terrorist hideouts, arms depots, radar stations, and Pakistani troop movements. This intelligence proved essential for planning targeted strikes and minimizing collateral damage.

Sources confirmed that ISRO's imaging allowed military commanders to pinpoint high-value targets and determine optimal points of assault. The space agency’s timely support not only enhanced the accuracy of the operation but also reinforced India’s growing capabilities in space-based defense intelligence.

By tracking hostile activity and providing actionable insights, ISRO has once again demonstrated its significance beyond civilian applications. The agency’s contribution to national security through Operation Sindoor is being hailed as a prime example of scientific excellence serving strategic defense interests.

The success of the mission underlines the increasing role of space technology in modern warfare and reaffirms ISRO’s status as a silent sentinel safeguarding India's borders.