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Indians Lash Out At Elon Musk Over Starlink Controversy
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News18•10-10-2026, 10:40
Indians Lash Out At Elon Musk Over Starlink Controversy
- •Indian social media users slammed Elon Musk for expressing frustration over Starlink's approval process in India.
- •Critics questioned why Musk does not challenge China for banning Starlink, accusing him of displaying double standards based on business interests.
- •Users reminded Musk that India already has widespread and affordable mobile internet access, reducing the urgency for Starlink.
- •Author Rajiv Malhotra also questioned Musk on X regarding the status of Starlink in China despite his investments there.
- •The Indian government maintains that all companies must comply with necessary security procedures and regulations before launching services.
Key Questions Answered
Indian users criticized Elon Musk on social media for complaining about India's approval process and rules for Starlink, while pointing out that he does not question China where Starlink is banned and that cheap mobile internet is already widely available in India.
The Indian government has granted satellite internet service licenses to three companies, which include Jio Satellite Communications, Eutelsat OneWeb, and Starlink.
The Indian government rejected Elon Musk's allegations of discrimination and blockades by oligarchs, stating that its satellite communication regulatory framework is fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory for all operators.
