Jio plans satellite broadband coverage across India

Reliance Jio is exploring an indigenous low Earth orbit constellation, ground infrastructure and partnerships with global satellite operators to bring broadband to every Indian home. No commercial launch has happened yet because the government has not granted permission; service could start within a year.

• Jio is weighing its own LEO constellation and deals with global operators
• Satellite solutions were shown at India Mobile Congress but not deployed commercially
• Launch hinges on government approval and could come within a year
• Competitors include Starlink and Eutelsat OneWeb