The approval enables Intelsat to expand broadcast media services across Indian subcontinent and around the world.
Intelsat has achieved a major regulatory breakthrough by becoming one of the first foreign satellite operators authorised by the Indian government to provide direct satellite coverage to the countrys broadcast media sector. The approval allows the company to operate four geostationary satellitesIS-17, IS-20, IS-36, and IS-39delivering C-band coverage across India.
This strategic milestone positions Intelsat to offer advanced satellite services and opens the door for deeper investment in Indias rapidly evolving media and broadcasting landscape. The satellite fleet will enhance content delivery capabilities throughout the subcontinent and facilitate the distribution of Indian media content to international markets.
Commenting on the development, Gaurav Kharod, Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific at Intelsat, said: “This approval represents a significant step forward in Intelsats contribution to Indias space commerce sector, a source of great national pride. Our extensive satellite network with four satellites covering the region will provide Indian broadcasters with reliable, high-quality connectivity solutions that meet their evolving needs. This authorisation enables us to better serve our customers and contribute to Indias growing media landscape.”
Following the authorisation from the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), Intelsat won new business from three of Indias largest media companies. This new and expanded service will see Intelsat deliver the full portfolio of media content to viewers in India.
