Starlink in India News: Telecom Minister Scindia Says ‘No Monopoly’, 3 Companies Get SATCOM Licences

This News18 live broadcast looks at Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's statement that India will not allow a monopoly in any sector, made amid debate over Starlink's entry into India. The government says three companies have received satellite communication licences: Starlink, Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications. According to the input, a licence does not allow commercial services to start immediately. The three operators must first complete security conditions and assessments, after which they can seek spectrum assignment. The government describes the framework as fair and non-discriminatory.

• Scindia says India will not allow a monopoly in any sector
• Three firms hold satellite communication licences: Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications
• Security assessments must be completed before commercial services and spectrum assignment

India’s satellite internet debate is intensifying as Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia says the country will not allow a monopoly in any sector. The statement comes amid questions over Starlink’s entry into India and the regulatory process governing satellite communication services. The government says three companies have received licences for satellite communication services: Starlink, Bharti-backed Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite Communications. However, a licence does not mean commercial services can begin immediately. All three operators must meet the prescribed security conditions, and their security assessments are underway. Once the process is completed for a company, it can move to the next step of seeking spectrum assignment. The government has described India’s satellite communication authorisation framework as fair and non-discriminatory, saying all three companies are at broadly the same regulatory stage. The debate has gained attention after Starlink owner Elon Musk questioned the delays surrounding the company’s Indian launch. On this LIVE broadcast, we examine Scindia’s “no monopoly” statement, Starlink’s India plans, the status of the three licensed operators, and the security clearances required before commercial services can begin. What could this mean for competition, connectivity and the future of satellite broadband in India? Stay tuned for the latest developments and expert analysis. #StarlinkIndia #JyotiradityaScindia #SatelliteInternet #SATCOM #Telecom #News18 n18oc_world n18oc_breaking-news CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers.  Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴 Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQ Follow us on Google: news18.co/cn18g Follow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18 Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/ Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 #GetCloserToTheNews with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.com News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube