Three Firms Hold Satcom Licences And Can Start Ops After Clearance: Scindia
· Technology · India Today, Hindustan Times
Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated on Friday in New Delhi that three companies have received satellite communication licences in India. These firms can begin commercial operations once they clear individual security requirements and the government finalises the revenue-based spectrum pricing mechanism. Scindia emphasized that India prevents monopolies in any sector to ensure a competitive market with multiple choices for consumers. The remarks address ongoing political controversy surrounding satellite internet rollouts following an exchange between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Elon Musk on X. TRAI and the Department of Telecommunications are nearing a final decision on spectrum charges.
Why it matters
The announcement clarifies the regulatory timeline for satellite internet operators preparing to launch commercial broadband services across India.
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