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Jio Unveils 1,600-Satellite Network for Remote India Coverage

By Drooid · Oct 10, 2026, 2:08 PM UTC · How we work

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Jio Ltd. unveiled a sovereign satellite network plan at IMC 2026.
The plan calls for about 1,600 low-Earth-orbit satellites.
Jio will build 23 ground stations across India to link the constellation.
The network aims for 100% land and maritime coverage, reaching over 600,000 villages.
Jio will integrate satellite service with its mobile and fibre networks to serve remote villages, islands and border outposts.

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Jio Ltd. unveiled a sovereign satellite network plan at IMC 2026.
The plan calls for about 1,600 low-Earth-orbit satellites.
Jio will build 23 ground stations across India to link the constellation.
The network aims for 100% land and maritime coverage, reaching over 600,000 villages.
Jio will integrate satellite service with its mobile and fibre networks to serve remote villages, islands and border outposts.