'India Must Find Its Own Elon Musk': Ex-DGMO Emphasises Superiority In Space Tech To Win Future Wars

As warfare rapidly evolves, space is emerging as the next decisive battlefield. Ex-DGMO Lt Gen AK Bhatt says future conflicts will be shaped by space surveillance, satellite intelligence and private-sector innovation rather than just conventional weapons. He underlined the importance of round-the-clock space monitoring to maintain an edge over adversaries and pointed to global private players transforming military capabilities. Bhatt believes India’s growing space startup ecosystem can play a vital role but needs stronger support and vision. His call for India to find its own “Elon Musk” reflects the urgency of building indigenous space power before rivals pull too far ahead.