‘Prime Minister Ambani’: Elon Musk Takes Sharp Swipe At Mukesh Ambani Over Starlink, Alleges ‘Monopolistic Exploitation’

Elon Musk has launched a scathing critique of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani over satellite internet in India, alleging the business magnate is monopolizing the market. The SpaceX CEO directed his remarks at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sarcastically referring to him as "Prime Minister Ambani". Musk questioned Ambani's motives, suggesting the Prime Minister may be content with maintaining a monopoly to the detriment of Indian citizens.

Musk argued that Starlink could help close India's digital divide, providing better educational opportunities for children and enabling small businesses to access global markets. However, India's Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia dismissed Musk's claims, stating that monopolies are not permitted in the country. Starlink, along with two other providers, is awaiting security clearance and spectrum allocation from the Indian government before it can commence commercial operations.