Elon Musk pitches Starlink for India, says it would help the ‘least served’

Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, has proposed deploying Starlink, the company's satellite internet service, across India. Musk suggested that Starlink could significantly benefit the country by providing high-speed internet access, particularly to regions that are currently underserved by existing infrastructure.

Starlink operates by using a constellation of thousands of satellites positioned in low-Earth orbit. This network is designed to deliver broadband internet services globally, overcoming the limitations of terrestrial infrastructure, especially in remote or geographically challenging areas.

The proposal comes as India continues to focus on expanding digital connectivity nationwide. If implemented, Starlink could potentially bridge the digital divide, offering reliable internet access to millions of Indians who currently lack it, thereby supporting education, economic development, and access to information.