Overview

• Starlink has secured licences from the Department of Telecommunications and IN-SPACe after meeting strict national security and data-sovereignty requirements.
• The government imposed a two million connection limit to align with Starlink’s satellite capacity and protect established telecom operators.
• Service parameters include speeds up to 200 Mbps, terminal hardware priced around ₹30,000, and a monthly subscription of ₹3,000.
• Partnerships with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel will support distribution as Starlink targets enterprise and remote area connectivity.
• Final satcom spectrum allocation rules are expected within two months, clearing the way for ground trials and phased rollout.