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Ex-ISRO Engineer Warns Space Could Become Unusable in 5 Years

November 12, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Space could become unusable in 5 years due to debris crisis.
Kessler syndrome may occur within 5-6 years if not addressed.
CosmoServe Space is working on removing dead satellites and debris.
India's space-tech startup landscape is evolving.

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Strategic Implications

The impending space debris crisis may indicate a significant shift in the space industry's focus towards sustainability and responsible space exploration. The potential for Kessler syndrome suggests that urgent action is needed to prevent catastrophic consequences, which could have far-reaching implications for the global space economy and everyday life on Earth.

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What Happened

CosmoServe Space Founder Racing To Clean Earth's Orbit Amid Debris Crisis

Chiranjeevi Phanindra, founder and CEO of CosmoServe Space, warns that space could become unusable in 5 years due to the growing space debris crisis. The company is working on removing dead satellites and debris from orbit to prevent the Kessler syndrome, which could render Low Earth Orbit completely unusable. Phanindra, a former ISRO engineer, discusses the urgent need for in-orbit debris removal and the technical hurdles of space robotics. This was reported by The Federal.

Source | Originally Published: November 12, 2026

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