Jio Platforms Partners with SpaceX to Launch Starlink Internet in India
Reliance Industries’ unit Jio Platforms has partnered with Elon Musk’s SpaceX for launching the satellite internet services of Starlink in India. The partnership will enable the provision of high-speed internet in the entire country, especially rural and remote areas. The deal is contingent on the Indian government providing clearance to SpaceX to sell Starlink in India. Jio, in this agreement, will sell Starlink’s internet solutions to customers from its own outlets and through online platforms. Jio will also offer customer service, installation, and activation of Starlink. The companies will also consider other segments where they can work together to strengthen digital services in India. Jio CEO Mathew Oommen said that the partnership would make high-speed internet accessible in challenging areas and construct the digital ecosystem of the nation and support businesses and society. This comes barely a week after another similar deal between Bharti Airtel and SpaceX.
