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Elon Musk's Starlink challenges Mukesh Ambani's Jio in India's satellite internet race
✍️ BBC
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 06:51 AM
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Starlink is preparing to launch its satellite broadband service in India, directly contesting Reliance Jio's own satellite internet plans.
Starlink, the satellite‑based broadband arm of SpaceX, has announced its intention to roll out services across India, aiming to deliver high‑speed internet through a network of low‑Earth‑orbit satellites.
The initiative places Elon Musk’s venture in direct competition with Reliance Industries’ Jio, which is also pursuing a satellite broadband strategy under the guidance of Mukesh Ambani.
Both firms view India’s large underserved and remote population as a lucrative market, and their rivalry could speed up the deployment of satellite connectivity in rural areas.
Industry observers note that the entry of a global player like Starlink may pressure domestic telecom operators to innovate, potentially expanding consumer choice and lowering prices.
The initiative places Elon Musk’s venture in direct competition with Reliance Industries’ Jio, which is also pursuing a satellite broadband strategy under the guidance of Mukesh Ambani.
Both firms view India’s large underserved and remote population as a lucrative market, and their rivalry could speed up the deployment of satellite connectivity in rural areas.
Industry observers note that the entry of a global player like Starlink may pressure domestic telecom operators to innovate, potentially expanding consumer choice and lowering prices.