India supercharges defence after Operation Sindoor with Rafales drones space surveillance and new submarines

Space surveillance and drones are being fast-tracked

India is rapidly expanding its military capabilities in the wake of Operation Sindoor, with major deals moving toward finalisation. Planned acquisitions include additional Rafale fighter jets and indigenous submarines, while new air defence initiatives such as Mission Sudarshan Chakra target emerging threats. The push also leans heavily on drones, electronic warfare, satellite surveillance, and improving long-range missile strike options.