The Government introduced Satellite Communication Reforms in October 2022 and the Indian Space Policy in April 2023 to simplify regulations, ease business operations, and lower financial charges for licensees. These reforms have attracted several satellite operators to apply for authorization to provide satellite capacity over India, promising better quality and affordable services.
The Telecommunications Act, 2023 allows spectrum assignment for satellite-based services through an administrative process as listed in the Act’s First Schedule. In line with this, on July 11, 2024, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) sought Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) recommendations on spectrum assignment terms, including pricing, ensuring a level playing field with terrestrial services.
To boost domestic telecom innovation, DoT launched the Telecom Technology Development Fund Scheme, supporting Indian companies and institutions in developing satellite communication and telecom solutions to provide affordable broadband and mobile services in rural and remote areas.
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