Airtel signs deal with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to bring Starlink to India

Sunil Mittal-led telecom major Bharti Airtel on Tuesday announced a partnership with Elon Musk’s SpaceX to offer Starlink’s high-speed satellite internet services to Airtel customers in India. The deal, which is subject to regulatory approval for Starlink’s operations in the country, sets the stage for intensified competition with Mukesh Ambani-owned Jio Space Technology Ltd.

Under the deal, Airtel will provide Starlink equipment through its retail stores and offer Starlink services to business customers.