Starlink Enters India’s Connectivity Arena

Elon Musk’s Starlink has received a pivotal licence from India’s Department of Telecommunications, setting the stage to offer commercial satellite‑based internet services. It joins established contenders like OneWeb and offerings backed by Jio, aimed at bridging India’s urban‑rural digital divide. While the licence marks a major milestone, Starlink still needs spectrum allocation, ground station approvals, and security permits—expected to be resolved in the coming months. This development underscores India’s commitment to expanding high-speed internet access nationwide .