Hyderabad-based Ananth Technologies is set to reportedly become the first private Indian firm to offer satellite communication (satcom) services using an indigenously built satellite.
This initiative positions Ananth Technologies as a domestic competitor to global giants like SpaceX’s Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb, and Amazon’s Project Kuiper. The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has approved the company’s rollout of broadband-from-space services beginning in 2028.
Further, Ananth Technologies plans to launch a 4-tonne geostationary (GEO) communication satellite capable of delivering data speeds of up to 100 gigabits per second (Gbps) across India. The venture involves an initial investment of Rs 30 billion, with potential for expansion based on demand.
Unlike international players operating in low earth orbit (LEO), ranging from 400 to 2,000 km above Earth, Ananth will use a satellite positioned in GEO, over 35,000 km from Earth. While LEO satellites, such as those used by Starlink and OneWeb, provide low-latency broadband with multiple satellites, GEO satellites offer expansive coverage. A single GEO satellite can service the entire Indian subcontinent, though at higher latency levels.
