Starlink Gets Licence Nod in India as Airtel and Jio Join Hands with SpaceX
In a major boost to India’s digital infrastructure, Elon Musk’s Starlink has received a formal license to operate satellite-based internet services in the country. Announced by Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, the development marks a significant step in bridging India’s digital divide, especially in remote and underserved areas. This comes after Indian telecom giants Jio Platforms and Bharti Airtel announced partnerships with SpaceX in March 2025 to deploy Starlink services across the country.
The official licensing of Starlink in India is a landmark event for the country’s communications sector. With support from Airtel and Jio, SpaceX’s satellite internet will soon cater to rural, business, education, and healthcare sectors, redefining India’s internet connectivity landscape and aligning with the Digital India vision.
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The move supports the goals of Digital India by bringing,
Summary/Static | Details |
Why in the news? | Starlink Gets Licence Nod in India as Airtel and Jio Join Hands with SpaceX |
License Approved By | Indian Govt, announced by Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia |
Partners in India | Reliance Jio & Bharti Airtel |
Technology Used | Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation (~550 km altitude) |
Target Areas | Remote regions, schools, hospitals, rural businesses |
Key Players | Elon Musk (SpaceX), Mukesh Ambani (Jio), Gopal Vittal (Airtel) |
Objective | To bridge digital divide and empower Digital India |
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