Police in India's Andaman and Nicobar islands have linked drug smuggling operations to Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink, which allegedly enabled smugglers to navigate these waters undetected.
"This is different because it is bypassing all the legal channels," said police officer Hargobinder S. Dhaliwal, highlighting how smugglers exploited satellite tech to create a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Authorities plan to request purchase details and usage history from Starlink, marking a significant moment as this is the first police request regarding drug smuggling linked to the company.
India currently lacks Starlink coverage as it navigates regulatory challenges, raising concerns over its use in illicit activities amongst maritime operations between Myanmar and India.
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