Jio Platforms Limited has established a notable alliance with SpaceX to introduce Starlink internet services in India, quickly addressing the competition posed by Bharti Airtel, which has also recently entered into a similar partnership. Guided by the innovative leadership of Mukesh Ambani, Jio Platforms publicly unveiled this collaboration on Wednesday, outlining intentions to provide Starlink’s cutting-edge satellite solutions through its wide array of retail outlets and online channels.
Jio and SpaceX Join Forces to Revolutionize Connectivity
“This agreement, which is subject to SpaceX receiving its own authorizations to sell Starlink in India, enables Jio and SpaceX to explore how Starlink can extend Jio’s offerings and how Jio can complement SpaceX’s direct offerings to consumers and businesses,” the company said in a statement.
This partnership aims to leverage Jio’s extensive reach as the globe’s leading mobile operator in terms of data traffic, alongside Starlink’s groundbreaking technology in low Earth orbit satellite communications. Together, they plan to provide reliable and strong broadband connectivity throughout the expansive Indian terrain, even in the most isolated and neglected rural areas.
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Jio Retail Stores to Offer Starlink Equipment Nationwide
“Jio will not only offer Starlink equipment in its retail outlets but will establish a mechanism to support customer service installation and activation. The agreement with SpaceX is part of Jio’s commitment to ensuring that reliable internet is fully accessible to all enterprises, small and medium businesses, and communities across India,” the company said.
Alongside this innovative project, Jio and SpaceX are investigating various partnerships to better combine their technological systems, which will improve India’s digital landscape and help close the digital gap for countless users.
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Mathew Oommen, group CEO at Reliance Jio, said, “ Our collaboration with SpaceX to bring Starlink to India strengthens our commitment and marks a transformative step toward seamless broadband connectivity for all. By integrating Starlink into Jio’s broadband ecosystem, we are expanding our reach and enhancing the reliability and accessibility of high-speed broadband in this AI-driven era, empowering communities and businesses across the country.”
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of SpaceX, said, “We applaud Jio’s commitment to advancing India’s connectivity. We are looking forward to working with Jio and receiving authorization from the Government of India to provide more people, organisations and businesses with access to Starlink’s high-speed internet services.”