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Department of Telecommunications issued additional security instructions for Satellite Internet Services

Posted 08 May 2025

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Additional Security Instructions have been issued under Unified License (UL) Agreement for the provision of the Global Mobile Personal Communications by Satellite (GMPCS) service.

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  • GMPCS license enables mobile communication services via satellite for users, especially in those regions where terrestrial networks’ connectivity is limited.
    • The service is specifically used in remote mining, oil and gas sectors, military, and disaster-affected regions.

Key Security Instructions

  • Security Clearance: Licensee must obtain security clearance for each gateway/hub location within India.
  • Localization: Essential functionalities of the Network Control and Monitoring Centre (like Lawful Interception facility, user data traffic routing etc) shall be located in India.
  • Restrictions: Licensee shall be able to implement service restriction/denial to any subscriber or geographical area during hostilities. 
  • Special Monitoring Zones (SMZs): Areas within 50 km of international borders and Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) up to 200 nautical miles must be designated as SMZs for monitoring of use activities.
  • Mandatory indigenous manufacturing: At least 20% of their ground segment of the satellite network must be indigenously manufactured within 5 years.
  • NavIC Positioning System Provisioning: Licensees may ensure provisioning of NavIC-based positioning.
  • Tags :
  • Satellite Communication
  • Satellite Internet
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