Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a visit to the United States, where he is expected to meet Elon Musk today. According to media reports, this will be a one-on-one meeting between Modi and Musk. This is their first meeting since Musk took on key responsibilities under the Trump administration. The discussion may focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy and Starlink’s services in India.
Meeting Likely in the Afternoon
PM Modi arrived in the US late Wednesday night, and his meeting with Musk is expected to take place on Thursday afternoon. This is not their first meeting—back in 2015, Modi visited a Tesla factory, where Musk personally gave him a tour of the plant.
Key Topics of Discussion
As per reports, the meeting may cover:
- AI Policy and its impact on India
- Starlink’s satellite internet services in India
- Tesla’s investment and plant setup in India
- India’s digital transformation and economic growth
Elon Musk’s company Starlink has been working to launch satellite-based internet services in India. The process has been ongoing for some time, and services could begin in the next few months.
Starlink Agrees to India’s Conditions
To operate in India, Starlink has agreed to the government’s security and data storage requirements. Currently, the spectrum allocation process is underway, and reports suggest that Starlink’s services may launch in India later this year. However, the service is expected to be expensive, with plans starting at ₹850 and going up to several thousand rupees.
This meeting could play an important role in shaping India’s AI policies and expanding internet connectivity across the country.
