However, there are many questions here how these three companies will work together, especially when Airtel and Jio are the biggest rival in the telecom industry in the country. Apart from this, after these agreements, Spacex will proceed under which strategy in India? Let’s understand here in detail.
Airtel and Spacex partnership
Bharti Airtel, making an agreement with SpaceX, stated that it aims to strengthen Airtel’s current service from Starlink’s satellite connectivity. This partnership has been made to improve internet connectivity in particular rural and remote areas, where there is a lack of ground infrastructure. Under this agreement, Starlink Equipments will be made available in Airtel’s retail stores and satellite internet service will be launched for business and enterprise customers.
Jio and Spacex alliance
On the other hand, Reliance Jio has also partnered with SpaceX, so that Starlink’s service will be able to be transported to various parts of India through a large network of Jio. This cooperation will focus in areas where Internet connectivity is still a challenge. Here too, Reliance Jio, similar to Airtel, will help Starlink in its device, hardware and installation. These services Jio will make available through its retail outlet and online stores. The company plans to make the equipment of Starlinks available at its physical stores. Also, customer service installation and activation can also be done through them.
Spacex’s future plans
Through these two partnerships, Spacex is moving towards strengthening its presence in India. The company plans to provide high-speed internet services in remote and rural areas of India along with Airtel and Jio, where traditional connectivity is limited. In addition, SpaceX is actively trying to receive the necessary government approval for its services in the Indian market, so that it can start its services as soon as possible. Airtel and Jio, one of India’s largest telecom companies, shaking hands with Airtel and Jio, can prove to be beneficial in many fields and can also make the approval process easier and faster.
Due to India’s tough stance on spacex and long approval process, the way to step into India, the same way to step into India, seemed difficult and long. Spacex has been providing its satellite internet service in neighboring countries of India for a long time, with the newest addition to Bhutan. Now, it seems that the company has decided to earn in India in collaboration with Airtel and Jio.
Challenges
However, SpaceX may face some challenges before starting its service in India. These include obtaining government approval as well as competition with local telecom operators and the price of the Indian market.