Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, appears to be making concrete progress toward its long-anticipated rollout in India, according to a recent report titled “Starlink India Launch Pricing & Plans Potentially Leaked” published by Startup News FYI. The article details what may be the first public glimpse into Starlink’s potential pricing strategy and service tiers for Indian consumers, signaling that the global constellation service is inching closer to formal entry into one of the world’s largest digital markets.
According to the report, a leak suggests that Starlink could offer its Indian broadband services at an entry-level monthly price of ₹1,250 to ₹1,500, translating to roughly $15 to $18 USD—a significant drop from its current pricing in other countries, including the United States, where monthly rates average around $110. Further, initial hardware costs, which often total several hundred dollars elsewhere, may also be subsidized or significantly reduced due to market-specific adjustments. Startup News FYI cites unnamed sources close to Starlink’s local operations and notes that the company is aiming to position its offering competitively against India’s existing broadband and mobile network providers.
The reported plans suggest Starlink may offer average speeds ranging from 50 Mbps to 150 Mbps, targeting underserved rural and semi-urban areas—regions that continue to lag behind urban centers in terms of internet connectivity. If accurate, this pricing structure could make Starlink a compelling alternative in communities where terrestrial broadband infrastructure remains limited or unreliable.
India’s broadband sector has seen explosive growth in recent years, with Jio and Airtel dominating mobile internet and fiber broadband markets. However, vast swathes of the country’s hinterland remain largely disconnected, underscoring the appeal of satellite-based services with nationwide reach. Starlink’s low-Earth orbit satellite constellation offers a unique technological advantage: the ability to provide consistent internet access across remote terrains without the need for extensive physical infrastructure.
The potential leak comes on the heels of a complicated journey for Starlink in India. In late 2021, the company was ordered to refund pre-orders after failing to secure required regulatory approvals. Since then, SpaceX executives have allegedly been working more closely with Indian officials to navigate licensing hurdles, spectrum allocation, and security clearances.
While the leaked pricing and plan specifications have yet to be verified through official channels, the scale and detail of the reported information suggest serious momentum. If Starlink does launch under the terms outlined in the Startup News FYI article, it could represent a pivotal shift in digital access strategies and open a new chapter in India’s ongoing push toward universal broadband connectivity.
Requests for comment from Starlink and the Department of Telecommunications have not been responded to as of publication time. Nonetheless, the prospect of low-cost satellite internet in India is likely to intensify competition among internet service providers while offering renewed hope of bridging the country’s persistent digital divide.
