Starlink launches in India: speeds up to 220 Mbps with Jio, Airtel partnerships

Starlink's recent licence approval in India enables commercial satellite internet with speeds reaching 220 Mbps. Collaborations with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel aim to expand connectivity beyond traditional networks, promising transformative access for millions.

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Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet service, has officially launched in India following the government granting a licence and the Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) permit.

The service is set to revolutionize connectivity in India, especially in areas beyond traditional land-based networks, through partnerships with major telecom operators Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.

"Satellite technologies are not just relevant, they’re transformative," noted Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.

Starlink offers two main plans: a "Residential Lite" option for smaller families or minimal data users, and a "Full Residential" package for heavier internet usage.

The Standard Kit, priced at approximately Rs 33,000, includes the Starlink satellite dish, a kickstand, a third-generation router, power adapter, and necessary cables.

Users can expect internet speeds ranging from 25 Mbps up to 220 Mbps, with many consistently experiencing speeds exceeding 100 Mbps.

This launch marks a significant milestone in India's digital infrastructure, opening the country's "next frontier of connectivity," as described by the communications ministry.

Starlink's advanced satellite network provides high-speed, low-latency broadband, aiming to bridge connectivity gaps in underserved regions.

SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell recently met with Minister Scindia, underscoring the collaborative efforts to expand satellite communications in India.

With this launch, Starlink is poised to enhance internet accessibility and quality across India, leveraging cutting-edge satellite technology and strategic telecom partnerships.
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Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet service, has launched in India with speeds up to 220 Mbps through partnerships with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel. The service offers plans for varied data needs and a Standard Kit priced around Rs 33,000, marking a major step in India's connectivity expansion.
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Key Facts
  • Starlink, created by SpaceX, provides high-speed, low-latency broadband via its advanced satellite network using Low Earth Orbit satellites.M
  • The Indian government has granted operating permission and licence to Starlink for commercial satellite internet operations in India.2Ndtv
  • Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia described satellite technologies as transformative during a meeting with SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell.Times of India
  • Starlink secured its licence just days before the Scindia-Shotwell meeting, signaling its readiness to launch in India.Times of IndiaM
  • Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have partnered with Starlink to extend coverage beyond the land-based network grid.1
  • Starlink's Standard Kit is priced at ₹33,000 and includes the satellite dish, kickstand, third-generation router, power adapter, and necessary cables.1
  • Starlink offers two main plans in India: Residential Lite and Full Residential, catering to different user needs.1
  • Internet speeds range from 25 Mbps to 220 Mbps with many users experiencing speeds exceeding 100 Mbps.1
SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell on Tuesday called on communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, just days after Starlink secured licence.
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Earlier this month, Elon Musk's Starlink received a licence from the telecom department for providing satellite internet services in India, a key milestone that will take it closer towards launching commercial operations in the country.
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In a crucial move for the Indian telecom sector, the Indian government has finally granted the operating permission to Elon Musk’s SpaceX-owned Starlink satellite internet service.
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New Delhi had granted a licence to Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service, opening India's 'next frontier of connectivity', according to the country's communications minister.
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Key Stats at a Glance
Starlink Standard Kit Price in India
₹ 33,000
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