India
TRAI proposes separate licences for satellite internet
The telecom regulator wants satellite players under a new set of rules — and not selling directly to customers.
In short
- Separate satellite authorisation
- Network-as-a-service model
- No direct-to-consumer sales
What happened
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday recommended a separate authorisation for satellite communication providers, along with a ‘network-as-a-service’ model.
Under the proposal, satellite companies would not be allowed to sell telecom services directly to consumers.
Why it matters
Satellite internet is the next big battleground in Indian telecom. These rules will shape how players like Starlink, Jio and Airtel's satellite ventures reach customers. The government still has to decide whether to accept TRAI's recommendations.
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