India, Jan. 19 -- India's naval satellite communications capabilities are set to expand as a new phase of modernisation begins under a collaboration involving Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited and Viasat. The initiative supports the Indian Navy's transition towards more resilient and higher-capacity satellite connectivity.

The BSNL Viasat Indian Navy SATCOM upgrade will deploy Viasat's Ka-band satellite systems alongside its existing L-band infrastructure, strengthening secure communications for naval platforms. The program is being executed under an agreement signed between BSNL and the Indian Defense Forces.

The upgrade is designed to help the Indian Navy move towards a multi-band, multi-constellation satellite communications strategy. By ...