The Assam government announced that it would have its own satellite, which will help collect data for the implementation of critical socio-economic projects, besides keeping surveillance on its border.

• The announcement was made by Finance Minister Ajanta Neog while presenting the state budget for 2025-26.
• Aim is to ensure a continuous, reliable flow of data for the implementation of critical socio-economic projects,
• Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma later claimed that Assam will be the first state in the country to have its own satellite.
• The satellite will also help in providing dedicated services for agriculture, disaster management, infrastructure development and border security management and police operations.