India, Aug. 8 -- More than 1,002 million internet subscribers were reported in India by mid-2025, according to the most recent official data available. Yet significant gaps remain in consistent and reliable connectivity, especially in rural and remote regions where network infrastructure is weak or absent.

These connectivity gaps are not merely statistical figures; they encompass towns, transport corridors, coastlines, and disaster-prone areas that keep economies moving and communities safe, yet often fall outside the reach of dependable terrestrial networks.

As cities modernise and public services move deeper into digital platforms, the challenge is not only to build smarter technology but also to ensure it reaches everyone who needs i...