Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio Partner with SpaceX to Bring Starlink Internet to India
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | Starlink Internet Explained: How It Will Transform India's Internet Landscape |
| Service | Starlink Satellite Internet by SpaceX |
| Launched in | 2019 |
| Satellites in Orbit | 7,000 (out of 42,000 planned) |
| Global Users (2024) | 4.6 million users in 100+ countries |
| India Partnership | Bharti Airtel & Reliance Jio |
| Purpose in India | Provide high-speed internet in remote and underserved areas |
| Approval Status | Security clearance under review by Indian Home Ministry |
| Speed Up to | 220 Mbps |
| Cost in the US | $120/month + $349 for equipment |
| Potential Impact in India | Bridging the digital divide for 670 million people lacking internet access |