Mission SCOT: The Indian Prime Minister praised the Indian space startup Digantara for the success of Mission SCOT (Space Camera for Object Tracking).

• About: It is capable of detecting objects as small as 5 cm, addressing space debris and congestion issues.

oThe mission aims to improve space traffic management and ensure safe and sustainable use of space through advanced surveillance technologies.

• Startup's Focus: Digantara specializes in space situational awareness (SSA), enhancing orbital debris tracking and satellite collision avoidance.
• Innovation Impact: Marks a major step towards India’s leadership in space technology innovation and private sector contribution to the space ecosystem.

o Supports global efforts to monitor and mitigate space debris, fostering the growth of space sustainability initiatives.

• About: Space debris consists of inactive satellites, rocket stages, discarded hardware, fragments from explosions or collisions, and shed materials like insulation and paint from satellites.