Jio Bets on LEO Satellites to Take India’s Broadband Race to Orbit

At Reliance’s 49th AGM, Jio Chairman Akash Ambani unveiled plans for a 1,650-satellite LEO constellation at 650 km altitude, targeting remote villages and border outposts. Partnering with SES for interim capacity, Jio aims to rival Starlink and Amazon Kuiper, advancing India’s “Atmanirbharta” in space technology within 2–3 years.