Starlink’s satellite internet service will launch in Maharashtra: Maharashtra becomes the first state in the country to sign a deal with Elon Musk’s company.

The Maharashtra government signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with Elon Musk’s company, Starlink. With this, Maharashtra has become the first state in the country to adopt Starlink’s satellite-based internet service.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis personally signed the agreement in Mumbai in the presence of Starlink Vice President Lauren Dreyer. High-speed internet will now be available in government offices, villages, and critical infrastructure.

Where and how will the service be available?

This LoI has been signed between the Maharashtra government and Starlink Satellite Communications Private Limited. The service will first launch in remote and underserved areas, including districts like Gadchiroli, Nandurbar, Washim, and Dharashiv.

• Free or subsidized connections will be installed in government institutions.
• Priority will be given to rural communities and public infrastructure, such as schools and hospitals.
• No cables or towers are required, just a small dish antenna.

This service will support the state’s Digital Maharashtra Mission. It will also be linked to EV charging, coastal development, and disaster resilience programs.

Game Changer for Digital Maharashtra Mission

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared a post on X, writing, “Big news! Maharashtra becomes the first state in India to partner with Starlink. Welcomed Lauren Dreyer to Mumbai. This is a game changer for our Digital Maharashtra Mission.”

Fadnavis said, “Starlink is the largest company in the information and communication technology (ICT) industry. We honor the company for coming to India and partnering with Maharashtra. This will help us lead in satellite digital infrastructure and take PM Modi’s Digital India initiative to the grassroots.”

How Starlink entered India

Starlink is the world’s largest satellite company, with thousands of communication satellites. In July 2025, the company received a GMPCS license from the Telecom Ministry. This was followed by IN-SPACe approval. A demo run was initially conducted in Mumbai on October 30-31.

Now, Maharashtra has become the first state to enter into a formal partnership. Other states are still waiting, with no LoIs signed. The company can offer unlimited data plans in India for ₹840 per month and the device for ₹33,000.