Starlink's New Horizon: Musk's Satellite Internet Set to Shine Over India

Starlink, a satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, is poised to launch in India, having secured a Letter of Intent from the Department of Telecommunications. The service aims to offer high-speed internet in underserved areas through partnerships with telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 08-05-2025 15:30 IST | Created: 08-05-2025 15:30 IST
Starlink's New Horizon: Musk's Satellite Internet Set to Shine Over India
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Elon Musk's Starlink is on track to begin satellite internet services in India after receiving a crucial Letter of Intent from the Department of Telecommunications. This marks an essential step in bringing high-speed internet from the Indian skies.

The final step before operations can commence involves acquiring a licence. Starlink has partnered with India's leading telecom operators, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, to deliver its services to Indian customers.

This innovative service uses low Earth orbit satellites to provide fast and reliable internet, especially beneficial for remote and underserved regions where conventional services lack efficiency.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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