Parl panel to examine satellite internet services: Nishikant Dubey amid Starlink row
The decision comes amid a public dispute between Musk and the Indian government over Starlink’s entry into the country
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on communications and information technology in India has chosen to examine satellite internet services following concerns raised by Nishikant Dubey, the BJP MP who chairs the committee. The decision stems from a dispute involving Elon Musk's Starlink and its delayed commercial launch in India.
Musk has accused Indian telecommunications giant Reliance Industries, led by Mukesh Ambani, of monopolistic practices that prevent Starlink from operating in the country. Dubey defended India's stance on national security, stating that the government's security policies are not influenced by external pressure. The controversy has also sparked questions about regulatory standards, as satellite internet operators like Starlink, Reliance Jio's Jio Satcom, and Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb seek permission to launch their services in India.
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