Starlink: When will Starlink be launched in India, how much will the plan cost, know everything..

Elon Musk's company Starlink has received final approval from the Indian government to start satellite-based internet service. This service is already available in more than 100 countries and can work at any place with a direct sky view; that is, the internet will now be possible even in the most remote areas of India.

Starlink gets license approval in India.

IN-SPACe (Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization) has approved Starlink for commercial operations in India for 5 years. This approval is valid till 7 July 2030, and the company will be able to provide service through its Gen1 satellites. Starlink has become the third company, after OneWeb and Jio, to get permission for satellite internet service in India.

Why the delay in launch?

The license has been received, but Starlink still has to prepare the ground infrastructure, acquire spectrum, and complete the security standards check. According to a Reuters report, Starlink services can start in India by early 2025.

Why is Starlink better?

Starlink does not rely on ground-based infrastructure like fiber optic. Its service is provided through a network of thousands of small satellites, which connect via laser. This provides low latency and high speed, which is not available in traditional satellite services (such as Viasat, HughesNet etc.). Price and plans in India (expected)
Package Expected Price
Hardware Kit (Standard) $349 (\~₹30,000)
Hardware Kit (Mini) $499 (\~₹43,000
Promotional Plan $10/month (\~₹900
Unlimited Data Plan ~₹3,000/month
Starlink partnership in India
Jio has tied up with Starlink and plans to sell its devices from its retail stores. Airtel is also partnering with Starlink to provide internet in remote areas. In India, Starlink is in direct competition with BSNL "Direct to Device". The company is working on a service that will provide internet service directly on Android devices by connecting satellite and mobile network. This technology can solve the problem of mobile connectivity in remote areas.

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