Mumbai, India – Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) has announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to offer Starlink’s satellite broadband services to its customers across India. The collaboration, subject to regulatory approval for SpaceX to operate in India, aims to enhance Jio’s broadband offerings by integrating Starlink’s advanced satellite internet technology.

The agreement will see Jio making Starlink’s solutions available through its extensive retail network and online platforms. By leveraging Jio’s position as the world’s largest mobile data operator and Starlink’s status as a leader in low Earth orbit satellite technology, the partnership seeks to provide reliable high-speed internet across India, including its most remote and underserved regions.

Jio will not only retail Starlink equipment but will also offer customer support for installation and activation. This initiative aligns with Jio’s commitment to expanding internet accessibility for enterprises, small and medium businesses, and rural communities. Starlink’s satellite-based service will complement JioAirFiber and JioFiber, ensuring connectivity in areas where traditional broadband infrastructure is challenging to establish.

Mathew Commen, Group CEO of Reliance Jio, hailed the agreement as a “transformative step towards seamless broadband connectivity for all.” He added, “By integrating Starlink into Jio’s broadband ecosystem, we are expanding our reach and enhancing the reliability of high-speed internet, empowering communities and businesses across India.”

Gwynne Shotwell, President and Chief Operating Officer of SpaceX, welcomed the collaboration, stating, “We applaud Jio’s commitment to advancing India’s connectivity. We look forward to working together and securing the necessary authorisations from the Government of India to provide Starlink’s high-speed internet services to more people and businesses.”

Jio and SpaceX are also exploring additional areas of cooperation to further strengthen India’s digital infrastructure.