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Elon Musk’s Starlink is gearing up to officially launch its satellite internet services in India, which is set to be a game-changer for the country’s digital landscape. On June 5, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that Starlink is about to receive its long-awaited Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license, making it the third satellite internet provider in India, following Reliance Jio and Bharti’s OneWeb.
Starlink’s arrival comes after the company met strict regulatory and security requirements, including promises to establish a lawful interception system and a command-and-control center right here in India. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to Starlink on May 7, and the company has since submitted all the necessary compliance documents. The last hurdle is getting the green light from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), which is expected to happen soon.
Scindia highlighted how crucial satellite connectivity is for closing India’s digital divide, particularly in remote and underserved areas where traditional infrastructure is tough to implement. Once up and running, Starlink will become part of a rapidly changing telecom landscape, providing high-speed, low-latency internet through its network of low Earth orbit satellites.
Industry reports indicate that Starlink might launch with competitive pricing, offering unlimited data plans for under $10 (around ₹840) per month as a special introductory offer—this could shake up the market and encourage quick adoption. Both Jio and Airtel have also hinted at partnerships to distribute Starlink’s services and hardware, further broadening its reach.
Key Highlights
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Starlink is set to become India’s third licensed satellite internet provider after Jio and OneWeb.
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Final regulatory hurdles have been cleared; now awaiting IN-SPACe approval for a full-scale launch.
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Competitive entry-level pricing is anticipated, with unlimited plans priced under $10/month.
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Focus on boosting connectivity in remote and rural areas where fiber and mobile networks fall short.
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Starlink has committed to all security and data localization requirements, including setting up local infrastructure.
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Jio and Airtel may offer Starlink services through their platforms, expanding consumer access.
Starlink’s imminent debut is poised to reshape India’s digital future, promising high-speed internet for millions and accelerating the nation’s journey toward universal connectivity.
Source: News18, Economic Times, Times Now, Times of India, Angel One, Business Today, India Today, Swarajya, Financial Express, India TV, Moneycontrol, Republic World
Source: News18, Economic Times, Times Now, Times of India, Angel One, Business Today, India Today, Swarajya, Financial Express, India TV, Moneycontrol, Republic WorldElon Musk’s Starlink is gearing up to officially launch its satellite internet services in India, which is set to be a game-changer for the country’s digital landscape. On June 5, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that Starlink is about to receive its long-awaited Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license, making it the third satellite internet provider in India, following Reliance Jio and Bharti’s OneWeb.
Starlink’s arrival comes after the company met strict regulatory and security requirements, including promises to establish a lawful interception system and a command-and-control center right here in India. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to Starlink on May 7, and the company has since submitted all the necessary compliance documents. The last hurdle is getting the green light from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), which is expected to happen soon.
Scindia highlighted how crucial satellite connectivity is for closing India’s digital divide, particularly in remote and underserved areas where traditional infrastructure is tough to implement. Once up and running, Starlink will become part of a rapidly changing telecom landscape, providing high-speed, low-latency internet through its network of low Earth orbit satellites.
Industry reports indicate that Starlink might launch with competitive pricing, offering unlimited data plans for under $10 (around ₹840) per month as a special introductory offer—this could shake up the market and encourage quick adoption. Both Jio and Airtel have also hinted at partnerships to distribute Starlink’s services and hardware, further broadening its reach.
Key Highlights
- Starlink is set to become India’s third licensed satellite internet provider after Jio and OneWeb.
- Final regulatory hurdles have been cleared; now awaiting IN-SPACe approval for a full-scale launch.
- Competitive entry-level pricing is anticipated, with unlimited plans priced under $10/month.
- Focus on boosting connectivity in remote and rural areas where fiber and mobile networks fall short.
- Starlink has committed to all security and data localization requirements, including setting up local infrastructure.
- Jio and Airtel may offer Starlink services through their platforms, expanding consumer access.
Starlink’s imminent debut is poised to reshape India’s digital future, promising high-speed internet for millions and accelerating the nation’s journey toward universal connectivity.
Source: News18, Economic Times, Times Now, Times of India, Angel One, Business Today, India Today, Swarajya, Financial Express, India TV, Moneycontrol, Republic World
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