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Gujarat and Starlink Sign Connectivity LoI

Analysis based on 9 articles · First reported Feb 09, 2026 · Last updated Feb 09, 2026

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The partnership between India — Gujarat and SpaceX — Starlink is expected to significantly boost digital infrastructure and e-governance in India — Gujarat, potentially attracting further investment in the region's technology and telecommunications sectors. For SpaceX — Starlink, this expands its market presence in India, a large and growing market, which could positively impact its valuation and future revenue streams.

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The Government of India — Gujarat signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with SpaceX — Starlink, a subsidiary of Elon Musk-owned SpaceX, on February 9, 2026. This agreement aims to pilot satellite-based high-speed internet connectivity in remote, border, and underserved regions of India — Gujarat. The initiative will connect Common Service Centres, e-Governance facilities, government schools, primary health centres, and disaster management control rooms. The collaboration is aligned with Narendra Modi's 'Digital India' vision and seeks to accelerate India — Gujarat's Digital Connectivity Mission, improving access to education, healthcare, and government services, particularly in tribal and aspirational districts like Narmada and Dahod. A Joint Working Group will be formed to oversee the implementation and ensure seamless connectivity.

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Bhupendrabhai Patel, the Chief Minister of India — Gujarat, was present at the LoI signing and expressed confidence in the project's impact on the state's digital progress.
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Harsh Sanghavi, the Deputy Chief Minister of India — Gujarat, was present at the LoI signing ceremony.
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Prabhakar Jayakumar, Head of SpaceX — Starlink India, represented SpaceX — Starlink at the LoI exchange ceremony.
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Lauren Dreyer, SpaceX — Starlink Operations SpaceX Vice President, had a preliminary meeting with India — Gujarat leadership in December 2025, leading to the current agreement.
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