· Starlink received LoI from India's DoT
· Starlink agreed to security terms
· Service rollout pending further clearance
What Is Starlink?
· SpaceX's satellite internet using LEO constellation
· Offers high-speed, low-latency broadband
· Supports streaming, gaming, and video calls
India’s Satcom Rules
· Data must be stored locally and intercepted legally
· 20% local network indigenization required
· Providers must demonstrate security before launch
Government’s View On Starlink
· Starlink’s role is limited to remote areas
· Higher costs and slower speeds than traditional networks
· Focused on home internet, not mobile services
Partnerships And Market Entry
· Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel partners
· Cover over 70% of India’s telecom market
· Musk to visit India later this year