Reliance says it welcomes Starlink competition
In short
Reliance Industries responded to Elon Musk’s claims about Starlink’s entry into India. It said it welcomes competition and has never feared rivals, but satellite firms must follow Indian laws and policies.
The company also said Jio’s own satellite services are still waiting for government clearances. What happens next depends on approvals, and the reporting does not say when Starlink or Jio services may launch.
What the reporting says
Reliance Industries responded to Elon Musk’s allegations that Indian business interests are blocking Starlink’s entry into India, according to publisher summaries. The company said it has never feared competition and welcomed Starlink, while stressing that all satellite communication providers must follow Indian laws and policies. It also said Jio’s own satellite services are still waiting for government clearances, leaving timing and approvals unresolved.
Why it matters
Reliance Industries said it welcomes Starlink and denied fearing competition after Elon Musk alleged Indian business interests were blocking entry into India. The company also said satellite communication providers must follow Indian laws and policies. Reliance added that Jio’s own satellite services are awaiting government clearances. The immediate issue is regulatory access for satellite internet providers; the reporting does not say whether any approval has been delayed or denied.