Overview

• India's Telecom Minister announced that satellite spectrum will be allocated administratively, aligning with global trends.
• Elon Musk's Starlink supports this decision, as it facilitates the provision of internet services without the constraints of an auction process.
• Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio had lobbied for an auction, arguing it ensures a level playing field for local telecom operators.
• The administrative allocation is expected to boost Starlink's efforts to expand internet services in rural areas of India.
• The Indian satellite broadband market is projected to grow 36% annually, reaching $1.9 billion by 2030, highlighting the sector's potential.