Bengaluru-based space-tech startup GalaxEye has launched its satellite ‘Mission Drishti’, described as the world’s first OptoSAR satellite. The satellite was launched on May 3, 2026, aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket.

Mission Drishti integrates optical imaging and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) into a single platform. This enables the satellite to capture images in all weather conditions, including through cloud cover and during night-time. By combining these two sensing technologies, the satellite is designed to ensure continuity in data collection regardless of environmental limitations.

The satellite is built to deliver Earth observation data by integrating optical and radar-based imaging within one system. This approach allows uninterrupted data capture, overcoming constraints typically associated with standalone optical or SAR satellites. The system is designed to function across varying weather conditions and lighting scenarios.

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Mission Drishti is intended to provide consistent imaging capabilities by enabling data capture both during the day and at night. The use of SAR allows penetration through cloud cover, while optical imaging supports high-resolution visual data, making the satellite capable of operating under diverse conditions.

The development focuses on enabling a unified data acquisition system that combines multiple sensing technologies. By integrating these capabilities into a single satellite, the system is designed to support continuous and reliable Earth observation data collection without dependence on specific environmental conditions.

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