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BREAKING: Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance says it welcomes competition from Elon Musk’s Starlink in India. Here are the facts: • Starlink already has 11,000+ satellites in low Earth orbit. • Starlink has already confirmed that it has developed India-specific security controls and arrangements to keep Indian users’ data within India. It has also built 20 gateway sites across the country. • Jio has not yet launched any satellites for its own proposed LEO constellation. Its first test launch is reportedly targeted for September 2027, with mass deployment expected to begin in early 2028. Starlink’s global network is already built. Giving Indians access to Starlink would provide another option for communities where reliable internet access remains a challenge. More competition can push providers to improve coverage, service, and pricing. Indian consumers deserve that choice. India should welcome every provider that complies with their rules. Let them compete in India, and let consumers decide who earns their business.