Swadeshi Jagaran Manch | New Delhi, Oct. 13: Swadeshi Jagaran Manch (SJM) has demanded a ban on Starlink’s entry into India, citing concerns over national security and data protection. SJM National Co-Convenor Ashwani Mahajan also criticised remarks made by billionaire Elon Musk about India.
Starlink, owned by Musk, has applied for a licence to provide commercial broadband services in India. According to the report, authorities have neither approved nor rejected the application so far.
In a statement, SJM alleged that Starlink had not adequately addressed its concerns over national security. Mahajan also accused Musk of attempting to pressure the Indian government to secure approval for the service.
Swadeshi Jagaran Manch Raises Concerns Over Satellite Data Security
Mahajan raised concerns about Starlink’s proposed use of laser-based satellite links to transfer data. He said systems must ensure that Indian data does not bypass required safeguards and claimed that the technology remained under testing.
He also alleged that Starlink was not accepting the conditions imposed by the Indian government. Mahajan argued that the company should comply with the government’s requirements before expanding its services in the country.
The SJM leader cited security concerns arising from experiences involving satellite communication services in countries including Ukraine, Iran, Russia, China, Taiwan, South Korea, Brazil, Venezuela and Sudan.
The demand comes as Starlink awaits regulatory clearance to offer commercial broadband services in India. The security concerns raised by SJM represent the organisation’s position and do not establish that Starlink has violated Indian law.
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