India stalls Starlink approval before SpaceX IPO; Musk eyes Tesla, Starlink entry after Modi meeting

India’s government hesitated to approve Starlink services just before SpaceX’s initial public offering. The delay came amid regulatory scrutiny of the satellite broadband provider. SpaceX’s IPO was scheduled shortly after the government’s decision. Elon Musk later said a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi opened discussions about bringing both Tesla and Starlink to India. Musk indicated plans to pursue market entry following the high‑level talks. The potential rollout could expand connectivity and electric‑vehicle offerings in the country. Indian regulators remain a key factor in any future deployment. Stakeholders will watch for official approvals and subsequent partnership announcements.