Colombo — Starlink, the satellite internet service by SpaceX, has officially launched in Sri Lanka, marking its third entry into the South Asian market after Bhutan and Bangladesh. The announcement was made by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk via X (formerly Twitter).

The launch follows months of regional engagement, including meetings between Starlink’s India executive Parnil Urdhwareshe and Sri Lankan presidential adviser Ruwan Wijewardene. Urdhwareshe has also played a key role in Starlink’s expansion into Bangladesh.

In Sri Lanka, residential Starlink plans are priced between LKR 12,000 and 15,000 per month, while portable “roam” packages range from LKR 15,000 to 30,100. The hardware kit costs between LKR 60,200 and 118,000 — consistent with pricing in neighboring markets.

Meanwhile, Starlink is still navigating regulatory hurdles in India, where it recently secured a GMPCS license but awaits orbital slot and spectrum approvals. Similar efforts are underway in Nepal, Myanmar, and Pakistan.

The Sri Lanka launch underscores Starlink’s commitment to bridging the digital divide in remote regions. While India’s rollout remains pending, regulatory progress signals a future where satellite internet could transform connectivity across South Asia.