India denies Musk's accusation on Starlink launch delay
Elon Musk claimed on social media that powerful business interests are blocking SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service from launching in India, alleging monopolistic practices and calling the situation a 'crime against the people of India.' India’s government rejected the accusation, describing its satellite internet rules as fair and stating that Starlink and other operators are undergoing identical security evaluations before commercial approval.
- Musk alleged Starlink faces obstruction by Indian 'oligarchs'
- He argued this harms affordable internet access
- India's government insisted its process is non-discriminatory
- All satellite operators are at the same approval stage
- Starlink has yet to launch commercially in India
Sources covering this
How it unfolded
- Inc42 Centre Rejects Elon Musk’s Claim On Starlink, Says Satcom Rules Non-Discriminatory
- TechCrunch India rejects Elon Musk’s claim of discrimination over Starlink launch
- YourStory Govt slams Elon Musk's allegations; says fair, non-discriminatory rules in place for satcom services
- CNBC Elon Musk blames Indian 'oligarchs' for stalling Starlink launch
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