Elon Musk’s Starlink is inching closer to launching satellite internet in India, promising high-speed connectivity in both cities and remote regions. Early reports suggest unlimited data plans could debut under ₹840 per month a major draw for underserved communities.
According to The Economic Times, Starlink’s aggressive pricing aims to rapidly gain market share, targeting up to 10 million users. But despite the sub-$10 promos, experts warn of regulatory hurdles, high spectrum fees, and limited satellite capacity. TRAI’s steep charges and IN-SPACe’s pending clearance could delay formal rollout.
Analysts estimate that even with an 18,000-satellite constellation, India could only support 1.5 million Starlink users by FY2030. With satellite broadband still 7–18x pricier than fibre, Starlink’s low pricing might face sustainability issues. Yet, for rural India, it offers a rare shot at reliable, fast internet where fibre won’t reach.
