'Ready to connect India with high-speed internet': Starlink reacts to Reliance's message
Starlink has publicly stated its readiness to provide high-speed internet in India, responding to claims by Reliance Industries regarding regulatory compliance. The dispute follows accusations by Elon Musk that certain business groups were obstructing Starlink's market entry.
Why it matters
The entry of global satellite internet providers into the Indian market is a major geopolitical and economic development in the telecommunications sector.
NEW DELHI: Starlink has said it is ready to connect India with high-speed internet, responding to Reliance Industries’ statement that it welcomes competition in satellite communications, provided all players follow Indian laws and policies.“We have worked closely with regulators, industry and operators in India for 5+ years, and built a network of dedicated systems, gateways, and other infrastructure all in-country to exclusively serve Indian traffic safely and securely - and all with the requisite government approvals. Starlink is ready to connect India with high-speed internet,” the company said in a post on X.The response after Reliance Industries pushed back against Elon Musk’s allegations that certain business groups were blocking Starlink’s entry into India.Reliance said it welcomed competition and that every player, including Jio, must comply with the country’s laws and policies.
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