Thursday, 8 October, 2026
Beyond Towers and Fibre: Jio Unveils Ambitious 1,600-Satellite LEO Network for Remote India
By TechShots Studio
At the India Mobile Congress 2026, Reliance Jio showcased its "Sovereign Satellite Connectivity" plan, proposing a constellation of roughly 1,600 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites and 23 ground stations. Designed to integrate seamlessly with its terrestrial network, the initiative aims to deliver total land and maritime coverage—bringing high-speed internet, rural direct-to-device calling, and disaster response to over 600,000 villages, islands, and remote border outposts.