- India,
- 11-Mar-2025 07:41 PM IST
Elon Musk India: Elon Musk is now rapidly expanding his business in India. Recently, his electric vehicle company Tesla has accelerated the process of opening its showrooms in India. In this sequence, now Airtel has announced that it will partner with Elon Musk's company SpaceX and provide Starlink internet services in India.Historic deal between Airtel and SpaceXBharti Airtel recently announced that it has signed an agreement with SpaceX to provide high-speed internet in India. This is the first agreement of its kind. However, this service will start only when all the necessary government and regulatory approvals are received.Airtel stores will become major centersUnder this partnership, Airtel and Starlink officially signed the agreement on March 11. After getting regulatory approvals, Airtel will launch Starlink satellite internet service in India. Interestingly, Airtel will provide Starlink services and devices through its stores spread across the country.Rural and remote areas will benefitAirtel has already partnered with Eutelsat OneWeb. Now through this new deal, the company will be able to provide more options to its customers. Especially in those areas where traditional broadband and mobile networks have difficulty reaching. This initiative will further strengthen the vision of Digital India and improve connectivity in remote areas.Jio will get tough competitionBharti Airtel MD and Vice Chairman Gopal Vittal has termed this partnership as a 'new beginning'. He said that this reflects Airtel's commitment to make next-generation satellite connectivity technology available in India.This deal of Airtel can prove to be a big challenge for Jio in the Indian telecom market. Currently, Jio is the largest telecom company in India, but this strategic partnership of Airtel can give it a competitive edge.Plan to bring internet revolution in IndiaUnder this partnership, Airtel and SpaceX will not only provide Starlink services in the country, but will also explore opportunities to connect schools and health centers to the Internet. Apart from this, Airtel and SpaceX will also evaluate how Starlink can further expand Airtel's existing network.ConclusionThis partnership between Airtel and SpaceX can bring a big change in the Indian telecom and internet market. It can provide access to high-speed internet to millions of people who were deprived of the digital revolution till now. This deal also reflects Elon Musk's growing interest in India and his business expansion. In the coming times, this partnership can give new dimensions to the direction and condition of the Indian telecom industry.