Letter of Intent (LoI) between Maharashtra government and Starlink
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The Maharashtra government signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited on November 4, 2025, becoming the first Indian state to partner with Elon Musk's Starlink for satellite-based internet services.
Objectives of the Maharashtra–Starlink partnership
- Provide high-speed, low-latency satellite internet to rural and underserved areas.
- Support digital inclusion, enhancing access to education, healthcare, and government services.
- Strengthen digital infrastructure as part of the Digital Maharashtra mission.
- Enable connectivity in remote districts poorly served by traditional internet infrastructure.
- Integrate satellite internet with the state's other initiatives such as EV infrastructure, coastal development, and disaster resilience programs.
Key features of Starlink Satellite
- Low Earth orbit satellite constellation for low-latency, high-speed connectivity.
- Autonomous satellite collision avoidance and on-orbit maneuvering.
- Optical inter-satellite laser links allowing data relay without ground stations.
- Use of krypton ion thrusters and single solar arrays for efficient power and orbit management.
- Coverage across diverse terrains including rural, mountainous, island, and oceanic regions.
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