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Elon Musk’s Starlink could finally be ready to take off in India. While there’s still no confirmed launch date, a new report suggests the satellite internet service might roll out in the coming months. The update comes via Union Minister of State for Telecom, Devusinh Chauhan, adding more weight to Starlink’s long-anticipated India entry.

Earlier, Starlink had announced tie-ups with local telecom giants Reliance Jio and Airtel. These partnerships are part of a government mandate that requires Starlink to distribute its hardware through Indian players. The move is aimed at maintaining balance in the telecom ecosystem as Starlink brings its satellite-based broadband to the market.

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But the service may not be cheap. According to the report, Starlink could charge a one-time installation fee between ₹30,000 and ₹35,000. Monthly plans are expected to fall between ₹3,000 and ₹4,200, depending on usage and location. That puts it out of reach for many urban users, but in rural and remote areas—where broadband options are scarce—Starlink could be a game-changer.

To avoid overwhelming the market, the Indian government has also placed a cap on the user base: Starlink will reportedly be limited to 2 million users across the country for now.

As for performance, users can expect download speeds ranging between 25 Mbps and 220 220Mbps, though actual speeds will vary based on signal quality and geography. Plan specifics are still unclear.

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Looking ahead, there’s more to come. Reports say Starlink could deploy its next-gen satellites in 2026, with each unit capable of delivering up to 1,000 Gbps capacity—marking a major upgrade for global users.

With regulatory approvals nearly sorted and infrastructure partnerships in place, Starlink is gearing up for a big step into India’s broadband space.