BREAKING: Swadeshi Jagran Manch Demands Ban on Starlink, Citing National Security Concerns | News18
The battle over Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet services in India is escalating. The RSS-affiliated Swadeshi Jagran Manch (SJM) has announced a protest in Delhi as it intensifies its campaign against Starlink’s proposed commercial rollout.SJM has urged the Centre to deny Starlink permission to operate, citing concerns over national security, data routing, lawful monitoring and the government’s ability to restrict internet connectivity during emergencies and law-and-order situations.The organisation argues that Indian internet traffic must pass through domestic gateways and that India should prioritise indigenous satellite internet capabilities. The dispute comes amid Elon Musk’s criticism of India’s regulatory process and his allegations that powerful business interests are obstructing Starlink’s entry into the market. The government has rejected claims of discriminatory treatment and says satellite operators must meet security requirements.Why is SJM opposing Starlink? What are the security concerns surrounding satellite internet—and how could the dispute affect India’s digital connectivity ambitions?Watch News18 for the latest developments in the Starlink controversy, India’s telecom policy and the debate over national security and technology.Subscribe to News18 for breaking news, technology updates and in-depth political analysis. -newsn18oc_worldNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube
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