Musk Restricting Ukraine Satellite Services Highlights India Tech Risks

Elon Musk recently throttled the military-grade Starshield network provided by SpaceX to Ukraine in retaliation for attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.

The incident highlights the risks of dependence on foreign-controlled technology, as India's government and industry have resisted Starlink's entry while utilizing other foreign operators.

India's position in satellite navigation remains weak because its NavIC constellation currently has only three operational satellites, falling short of the four required for standalone positioning.