- Set to Redefine Earth Observation with Indigenous Satellite Constellation
- India’s First Multi-Sensor Satellite Startup Raises $10M
By Sangeeta Saxena
New Delhi. 13 April 2025. In the ever-evolving landscape of global space technology, Indian startups are increasingly stepping into the spotlight with cutting-edge innovations. Among them is GalaxEye Space, a Bengaluru-based spacetech company that is redefining the future of Earth observation. Born out of IIT Madras and led by a dynamic team of young engineers and seasoned experts, GalaxEye is building the world’s first multi-sensor imaging satellite platform—ushering in a new era of all-weather, high-resolution satellite intelligence.
GalaxEye, a pioneering SpaceTech startup, has successfully tested its cutting-edge SyncFusion Imaging System aboard ISRO’s POEM-4 mission, marking a significant leap in Earth observation technology. The company’s GLX-SQ payload, tested in the harsh environment of the South Atlantic Anomaly (SAA)—a region notorious for elevated radiation due to a weakened magnetic field—delivered flawless performance, showcasing the robustness and resilience of its technology. Operating on POEM-4, an experimental space lab that repurposes the fourth stage of ISRO’s PSLV rocket, the payload withstood extreme space conditions, including high radiation and sub-zero eclipse temperatures below -10°C. The GLX-SQ system demonstrated impeccable Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) image capture and processing, continuous operation in low-temperature conditions, and effective thermal insulation performance.
This successful trial validates GalaxEye’s innovative approach of fusing SAR and optical imagery and cements India’s capability to operate advanced space systems in the most challenging environments. With this achievement, GalaxEye is now moving ahead with its next ambitious initiative—Mission Drishti, a multi-sensor satellite project aimed at revolutionizing applications in defence, agriculture, disaster management, and beyond. The company’s success not only reinforces its position at the forefront of SpaceTech innovation but also reiterates India’s growing leadership in the global space industry.
GalaxEye Space, founded in 2021 by five students and alumni of IIT Madras, emerged from the success of Team Avishkar Hyperloop—the only Asian finalist at the 2019 SpaceX Hyperloop Competition. Incubated at IIT Madras and currently headquartered in Bengaluru, GalaxEye is pioneering the development of the world’s first multi-sensor earth observation satellites that integrate Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Multispectral Imaging (MSI) on a single platform.
With a team of over 50 experts from esteemed institutions like ISRO and IITs, the startup is building a constellation of indigenous micro-satellites designed to provide high-resolution, all-weather, all-time imaging of Earth. This technology enables a wide array of applications—from detecting military camouflages and tracking troop movements to monitoring agriculture, disaster zones, and urbanization. Their flagship “Drishti Mission” will fuse SAR’s robust, cloud-penetrating capabilities with MSI’s visually intuitive data, ensuring actionable insights under any condition.
GalaxEye has already demonstrated technical excellence through the successful deployment of its GLX-SQ satellite, which operated seamlessly through the radiation-heavy South Atlantic Anomaly and extreme thermal environments. Additionally, the company has developed India’s first UAV SAR system for defence markets, completing over 300 successful test flights.
GalaxEye recently secured $10 million in Series A funding from investors including MountTech Growth Fund – Kavachh (led by former Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar), Infosys, Mela Ventures, ideaForge, Speciale Invest, and Samarthya Investment Advisors. With Infosys as a strategic partner, GalaxEye aims to accelerate innovations in satellite data fusion, AI-driven analytics, and next-gen space technologies, with the goal of launching its advanced satellite mission in 2025 and completing a full micro-satellite constellation by 2027. The young team led by Suyash Singh the Co-founder & CEO is zooming ahead towards spaces unbelievable.
GalaxEye’s journey from a student-led Hyperloop project to a globally recognized spacetech innovator is a testament to India’s growing capabilities in space and satellite technologies. With strategic backing from Infosys and other prominent investors, and a vision to launch a constellation of advanced satellites by 2027, the company is on track to not only transform Earth observation but also strengthen India’s self-reliance in space-based intelligence. GalaxEye is not just launching satellites—it is launching a new chapter for India’s role in global space innovation.
