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Starlink in Bangladesh: For the first time after the departure of Sheikh Hasina’s government from Bangladesh, there is some big news for the people there. The Mohammad Yunus government has joined hands with Elon Musk’s company Starlink.

Satellite internet services have started in Bangladesh. This will benefit those who want to stay connected to the internet at any cost. Interestingly, the Starlink service has started in Bangladesh before India and Pakistan. In Pakistan, Starlink was granted a temporary license. Now, the Shehbaz government there is asking Musk’s company to complete the paperwork. In India, Starlink has received the necessary approvals, but the launch of services is still pending. Meanwhile, preliminary data has also emerged about how much people will have to spend for the Starlink service in Bangladesh.

Price of Starlink in Bangladesh

According to a report by ET, people in Bangladesh will have to pay 4200 Taka, which is about 35 dollars, per month for satellite internet service. In Indian currency, this amount is nearly 2,990 rupees. Additionally, a one-time payment of 47 thousand Taka, which is around 33 thousand rupees, will be required for the Starlink equipment. By these calculations, this is going to be a hefty investment. It is not yet clear if this plan is for individuals or for businesses.

Advantages of satellite internet

The biggest advantage of satellite internet is its connectivity. It can connect remote areas to the internet where mobile internet or broadband service has not yet reached. Satellite internet continues to function even when mobile internet or broadband is disrupted due to unfavourable conditions. In satellite internet, signals come directly from space. Starlink terminals orbiting in low-earth orbit connect people, making it more effective than mobile internet or broadband.

Mohammad Yunus, targeting Sheikh Hasina’s government, said that internet will not be shut down anymore. He was referring to the shutting down of the internet in Bangladesh by the government when anti-Hasina protests were held in Bangladesh. The Hasina government had shut down the internet.

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