Newsinc24 Team Two Indian telecom giants ink deals with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to bring Starlink internet to India. Mukesh Ambani's Jio and Bharti Airtel team up with Starlink. Jio Platforms Limited said on Wednesday it signed a deal with SpaceX to bring Starlink's internet services to India, a day after rival Bharti Airtel inked a similar pact. "This agreement, which is subject to SpaceX receiving its own authorisations to sell Starlink in India, enables Jio and SpaceX to explore how Starlink can extend Jio’s offerings and how Jio can complement SpaceX’s direct offerings to consumers and businesses," the company said in a statement.Jio Platforms Limited plans to offer Starlink solutions through its retail stores and online platforms. Additionally, Jio and SpaceX are exploring further collaboration opportunities to integrate their infrastructure and strengthen India's digital ecosystem.
Bharti Airtel has entered into an agreement with SpaceX to introduce Starlink's satellite internet services in India, according to a regulatory filing on Tuesday. However, the partnership remains subject to regulatory approvals for SpaceX to offer Starlink services in the country. Through this collaboration, Airtel and SpaceX will explore opportunities to enhance internet connectivity across India. Under the agreement, Airtel may distribute Starlink equipment through its retail outlets and provide high-speed satellite internet services to businesses. Additionally, both companies will work towards expanding reliable internet access to rural schools, healthcare centres, and remote areas, contributing to efforts to bridge the digital divide.
