Reliance Jio's 1,600-LEO satellite plan gets IN-SPACe technical nod, moves closer to India's first homegrown constellation

India's space regulator IN-SPACe has approved Reliance Jio's satellite proposal. This move allows India to establish its first local low earth orbit constellation. Jio plans to deploy approximately 1,600 satellites for broadband and mobile services. The proposed system offers significant data capacity, exceeding current global systems. This development enhances national security and reduces foreign satellite dependence.