Starlink India launch: Why Elon Musk is still waiting
Despite securing key approvals, the Starlink satellite internet service remains in regulatory limbo, raising questions about security clearances, competition and India’s investment climate.
Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX, has criticized the delay in launching Starlink in India, accusing Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, of protecting a monopoly. Starlink could provide internet access in underserved regions of India, but it has not yet begun commercial operations despite securing approvals. The delay has sparked debate over security concerns and regulatory uncertainty.
Reliance Jio's chairman, Akash Ambani, has declined to comment, while Reliance Jio is progressing with its own satellite broadband technology. India's Ministry of Communications states that security assessments for all licensed satellite operators are ongoing, and the lack of transparency in approval criteria and timelines has raised questions about the predictability of India's investment environment.
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