Elon Musk’s Starlink Builds 20 Gateway Sites In India; Company Says Operations Meet Security, Data Rules
Elon Musk-led satellite communications company Starlink has structured its operations in India to meet the country’s security requirements and other regulatory conditions, Lauren Dreyer, Vice President of Business Operations at SpaceX’s Starlink, said on Wednesday. According to a report by PTI, Dreyer was speaking at the India Mobile Congress 2026. She said the company has invested in the…
Starlink, the satellite communications subsidiary of Elon Musk's company SpaceX, has constructed 20 gateway sites in India to comply with the nation's security guidelines and data protection regulations, according to Lauren Dreyer, Vice President of Business Operations at SpaceX's Starlink. Dreyer made this statement at the India Mobile Congress 2026.
The company has invested significantly in the necessary infrastructure to deliver services in the Indian market, she explained. "We've designed our Starlink operations specifically for India, considering Indian security requirements and other regulations, setting up controls at every level for India, and ensuring Indian user data remains within India," Dreyer emphasized.
The Indian government has granted licenses to three entities, including Starlink, to provide satellite communication services. However, these providers must secure spectrum allocation and obtain security clearances before commencing commercial operations. Dreyer confirmed that Starlink has already invested in and established ground infrastructure in the country, preparing for the launch of its services.
"We've already made the investment and built the necessary ground infrastructure here, consisting of 20 gateway sites with hundreds of antennas, and we've set up operations ready to serve India," she affirmed.
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