XDLINX Space Labs joins hands with Sisir Radar in a landmark move redefining Earth observation capabilities
Hyderabad/Kolkata: In a breakthrough poised to reshape India’s private space sector, XDLINX Space Labs and Sisir Radar have announced a strategic alliance to develop and launch India’s first private L-band Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite. Scheduled for deployment by 2027, the project promises unmatched surveillance and imaging capability, critical for national security, environmental monitoring, and industrial applications.
The partnership brings together XDLINX’s scalable satellite mission expertise and Sisir Radar’s globally benchmarked radar payload technology under the leadership of Dr. Tapan Misra, renowned former Director of ISRO and founder of Sisir Radar.
Tapan Misra, former Director of ISRO and founder of Sisir Radar
“This is a bold leap in making advanced radar imaging accessible. We’re proud to set new benchmarks for what private Indian space players can achieve,” — Dr. Tapan Misra, Founder & Chief Scientist, Sisir Radar
A Game-Changer in Remote Sensing
The L-band SAR satellite under development will have the ability to capture high-resolution images through dense forest canopies, adverse weather, and even in total darkness—a capability previously limited to select global players.
Designed to offer tenfold better resolution than conventional systems, this satellite will penetrate foliage to detect concealed convoys, structures, and weapons, dramatically boosting India’s surveillance and reconnaissance potential.
In addition to military and homeland security applications, this revolutionary technology will empower sectors such as disaster response, agriculture, mining, maritime security, urban planning, and infrastructure monitoring.
“Integrating Sisir Radar’s cutting-edge SAR payload into our platforms opens new strategic frontiers. It’s a proud moment for Indian space innovation,” — Rupesh Gandupalli, Co-Founder & CEO, XDLINX Space Labs
Private Sector Leading India’s SAR Revolution
While India has long excelled in government-led space missions, the L-band SAR venture underscores the maturing capabilities of the private sector, now entering territories previously dominated by state-run organizations like ISRO.
Sisir Radar’s specialization in radar payloads—including Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and hyperspectral systems—complements XDLINX’s full-stack approach to satellite mission design, integration, and deployment for commercial and defense ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) missions.
This mission is expected to catapult India into the elite global club of private entities capable of launching advanced SAR satellites, while simultaneously reducing dependence on foreign systems.
About the Companies
XDLINX Space Labs is at the forefront of modular satellite design, offering end-to-end mission services for governments and industries seeking agile and affordable access to space. The company has become a trusted name for ISR-focused satellite platforms across defense and commercial sectors.
Sisir Radar, founded by Dr. Tapan Misra, is a rising force in India’s space-tech landscape. The company designs and manufactures state-of-the-art SAR and GPR systems that deliver operational intelligence across terrains and industries.
Looking Ahead
As India’s private space sector gathers momentum, the XDLINX–Sisir Radar alliance is being seen as a defining moment, not just for national capability, but also for India’s emerging leadership in the global Earth observation economy.
With eyes set firmly on the skies, this mission signals a new era of indigenous, private-driven space surveillance—one where India is not just a participant, but a pacesetter.
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