Jyotiraditya Scindia, India’s Minister for Communications, stated that he met with Lauren Dreyer, the vice president of Starlink business operations, along with other executives to evaluate plans for “last-mile access” in remote areas.
“Satellite technology will be crucial in providing connectivity to the most isolated regions of the country,” Scindia shared on X. He noted that this initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a “digitally empowered India.”
Musk shared the minister’s update, expressing excitement about progressing Starlink’s expansion into India, which represents one of the largest untapped broadband markets globally.
Looking forward to serving India with @Starlink! https://t.co/RdfY0KQHN2
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) December 10, 2025
Starlink has been pursuing regulatory approval in India since 2021 but has encountered challenges related to data security, licensing, and spectrum regulations. A potential green light in 2025 could allow the service to operate in India, joining over 150 markets where the satellite broadband network is already active.
A recent glitch on the company’s Indian website indicated provisional costs of approximately ₹34,000 for hardware and ₹8,600 monthly for subscriptions. Analysts suggest this service could help bridge India’s digital divide, as nearly 60% of the population currently lacks reliable broadband access, especially in rural and hilly areas.
India is anticipated to finalize additional spectrum and licensing regulations prior to the commercial launch.
