TRAI has proposed pricing and spectrum norms for satellite broadband, offering long-awaited clarity to service providers
After a 3-year wait, Starlink has secured an LoI from DoT — a major step toward satellite internet rollout in India
Instead of auctions, spectrum will be allocated administratively — aligning with global norms for this pooled resource
No upfront spectrum fee; operators will pay 4% AGR, ~₹3,500 per MHz/year, and subscriber fees only in urban areas
Starlink has agreed to local data storage. The government, in turn, showed flexibility on non-viable compliance demands
With telcos ready and policy near final approval, satellite broadband may soon bridge India's rural connectivity gap