American billionaire Elon Musk’s company starlink is ready to launch its satellite broadband service in India. Due to this, India’s major telecom companies Jio and Airtel The concern has increased. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recommended spectrum allocation for Starlink on December 15. Starlink may soon be allotted spectrum to provide internet service through satellite.
Impact of Starlink on Indian telecom market
Jio, Airtel, and Amazon are also preparing to launch satellite broadband services in India. However, it appears that Starlink may become the first company to launch this service in India.
- Challenge of competition:
Starlink’s entry will be a big challenge for Indian telecom companies. This will not only impact their market share but will also increase choices for customers.
- Increase in Competition:
With the entry of Starlink in the satellite broadband market, Jio and Airtel will face high level competition.
Starlink launch: possible next month
Starlink services in India next month Can be launched.
- Spectrum Allocation Considerations:
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is considering the spectrum allocation process. Jio and Airtel want a bidding process to be adopted for this.
- Expected verdict:
According to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, the decision on spectrum allocation can be taken by the end of this month.
Starlink’s specialty: Connectivity in remote areas
The biggest feature of Starlink is its remote area connectivity Is.
- Satellite based networks:
Starlink does not rely on towers for the network. It provides internet services directly from satellite.
- Beneficial for remote areas:
Through this, internet can be provided even in such remote areas where existing telecom services are not accessible.
- Service will be expensive:
However, Starlink’s services will be slightly more expensive than those of Indian telecom companies.
Starlink’s global experience
Starlink is already providing its services in countries like America, Europe, and Australia. In these countries it is known for high-speed internet and remote area connectivity.
