The government of India has granted licenses to three companies, including Starlink, to provide satellite communication services in the country. On October 7, 2026, during the India Mobile Congress 2026, Lauren Dreyer, Vice President of Starlink Business Operations at SpaceX, stated that the company has tailored its operations to align with India's security and regulatory requirements.
Compliance with Indian Regulations
Dreyer emphasized that Starlink has invested in establishing the necessary infrastructure to cater to the Indian market. She remarked,
“"We've built our Starlink operations specifically for India in recognition of Indian security requirements and other regulations, establishing controls at every layer for India, and keeping Indian user data within India."
