New Delhi: Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, has stated that SpaceX\u2019s Starlink must meet all regulatory requirements before securing a license to operate in India. While the government welcomes competition in the satellite broadband sector, it remains firm on ensuring compliance with licensing norms.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cThe market is open for anyone who wants to come and operate in India, provided they fill up the pro forma, get the license, avail of the spectrum\u2014which would be administratively assigned\u2014and get into operation,\u201d<\/em> said Scindia.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Starlink\u2019s License Application Still Pending Since 2021<\/h3>\n
Responding to queries about Starlink\u2019s long-pending application, the minister clarified that the delay is due to incomplete regulatory compliance by SpaceX.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cThat is between the company and the application process. They have to check off all the boxes, and the minute they do that, they will get their licence.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Pro-Competition Approach: India to Offer Consumer Choice<\/h3>\n
Scindia emphasized that the government remains \u201ccompany-agnostic\u201d and \u201cconsumer-focused\u201d, ensuring that Indian consumers have multiple broadband choices\u2014be it through fiber, mobile networks, or satellite communication.<\/p>\n
The government sees satellite-based communications as complementary to India\u2019s existing digital infrastructure, particularly in disaster management and rural connectivity.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cWe\u2019ve got two licenses that have already been given out to OneWeb and Jio-SES. Our market is open for anyone who wants to come and operate in India, provided they meet the requirements,\u201d<\/em> he added.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
TRAI to Announce Spectrum Pricing Soon<\/h3>\n
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is expected to finalize satellite spectrum pricing soon. The government will then allocate spectrum based on TRAI\u2019s recommendations.<\/p>\n
Starlink\u2019s Strategic Partnerships with Jio & Airtel<\/h3>\n
Starlink\u2019s India entry has gained traction following partnerships between SpaceX, Jio Platforms, and Bharti Airtel. These collaborations are expected to accelerate regulatory approvals for Starlink\u2019s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite operations in India.<\/p>\n
\nMarch 12 Update: Sources suggest that SpaceX and Starlink are likely to receive faster approvals from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and IN-SPACe due to these recent partnerships.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Amazon\u2019s Kuiper May Follow Suit<\/h3>\n
Following Starlink\u2019s progress, Amazon\u2019s Kuiper satellite broadband could also gain similar regulatory clearances for India. The satellite industry is gaining momentum, with global tech giants eyeing India\u2019s rapidly expanding internet user base.<\/p>\n
Starlink\u2019s Compliance Updates: GMPCS License Application in Progress<\/h3>\n
SpaceX has submitted the necessary documentation for a Global Mobile Personal Communication by Satellite (GMPCS) license and has agreed to key regulatory conditions, including:<\/p>\n
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- Setting up a ground station in India<\/li>\n
- Establishing a Network Control Center (NCC) in the country<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sources indicate that India\u2019s telecom department and IN-SPACe are in the final stages of processing Starlink\u2019s application, with approvals likely to follow soon.<\/p>\n
Implications for India\u2019s Internet Landscape<\/h3>\n
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- Starlink\u2019s approval could boost high-speed internet access in remote and underserved regions.<\/li>\n
- Competitive pricing in the satellite broadband sector could emerge as more players enter the market.<\/li>\n
- Government remains firm on regulatory compliance but encourages foreign investment in India\u2019s digital infrastructure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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