Archive · 14 Aug 2025
India's Satellite Market to Reach $20 Billion by 2028
India's satellite internet is rapidly expanding, attracting companies like Starlink and Reliance Jio-SES JV.
These companies offer internet from space and are competing in a market expected to grow substantially.
New technologies like direct-to-cell communication help to connect phones to satellites.
The Indian government's support and the country's increasing digital usage are boosting this expansion.
New services are expected to launch soon.
Global satellite operators target India's $2.3 billion satcom market, projected to reach $20 billion by 2028.
Key players include Intelsat, Inmarsat, Starlink, Reliance Jio-SES JV, and Eutelsat OneWeb.
Market growth is driven by direct-to-cell communication and increasing demand for connectivity.
Broadband services are expected to launch later this year, pending spectrum allocation.
India's policies and digitalization are boosting satcom innovation.
- Who
- Global satellite operators, including Starlink, Reliance Jio-SES JV, and Eutelsat OneWeb.
- What
- Expansion of India's satellite communication market.
- When
- Broadband services are expected to launch later this year.
- Where
- India
- Why
- Driven by direct-to-cell communication, rising demand for connectivity, and government support.
Challenges
Optimism
Regulatory hurdles
Challenges
Regulatory challenges persist.
Optimism
Recent approvals signal government support.
- Market Size (Projected by 2028)
- $20 billion
- Current Market Value
- $2.3 billion
- Key Players
- Starlink, Reliance Jio-SES JV, Eutelsat OneWeb, Intelsat, Inmarsat, Singapore Telecom, KT SAT, IPSTAR, PT Telekomunikasi
- Technology
- Direct-to-cell communication
- Starlink Satellites
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