IN-SPACe Authorizes Starlink to Offer Satellite Services in India

Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has granted authorization to M/s Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited, New Delhi (SSCPL) for enabling provisioning of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites constellation, namely Starlink Gen1. The authorization will enable SSCPL to  provide satellite communication services in India.

IN-SPACe authorization to SSCPL has a validity period of five (5) years from the date of authorization or end of operational life of Gen1 constellation – whichever is earlier. The roll-out of services is subject to the stipulated regulatory provisions and requisite clearance/approval/license from the relevant government department(s).

The Starlink Gen1 Constellation is a global constellation with 4408 satellites orbiting earth in altitude varies between 540-570Km capable to provide ~600 Gbps throughput over India.