Starlink is on the verge of securing regulatory approval in India, a move that could accelerate its expansion into other emerging markets.

Industry analysts believe gaining a foothold in India, valued at an estimated$25 billion, would strengthen the company's position in the global satellite broadband sector.

The potential approval follows agreements between Starlink and Indian telecom giants Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, signalling that regulatory hurdles may soon be cleared.

The satellite internet provider, owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX, has faced delays in India due to disputes over spectrum allocation. The government's decision to allocate rather than auction spectrum has paved the way for new entrants like Starlink.

With analysts forecasting a dramatic drop in low Earth orbit broadband prices over the next decade, India is expected to be a key driver of Starlink's subscriber growth in Asia.

Experts suggest that competitive pricing could help the company gain traction in a market where broadband plans currently start at around$12 per month.

India's satellite internet sector has a potential customer base of 700 million people, making it a critical market for Starlink. Approval would not only boost its global expansion but also stimulate job creation and investment in India's growing space industry.

Industry insiders say the company's partnerships with local telecom firms, combined with government support, could shape the future of satellite broadband in the country and beyond.