Starlink’s entry into India has hit fresh regulatory hurdles, with its FDI proposal still under review and key approvals pending. The company is yet to receive clearance on its investment proposal as the government continues to examine security-related concerns amid evolving geopolitical conditions

Satellite internet service provider Starlink’s much-anticipated entry into India has hit fresh regulatory hurdles, with its foreign direct investment (FDI) proposal still under review and key approvals pending.

The Elon Musk-backed company is yet to receive clearance on its investment proposal as the government continues to examine security-related concerns amid evolving geopolitical conditions, according to a report by The Economic Times.

Apart from FDI approval, the allocation of spectrum also remains unresolved, delaying the company’s commercial rollout in the country. Spectrum allocation is critical for launching satellite communication services.

Starlink has already secured certain preliminary permissions, including licences for satellite communication services, but these are not sufficient to begin operations.