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BSCL has signed agreements to deploy Starlink internet across schools in Khagrachhari, Bandarban, and Rangamati, improving digital access in Bangladesh’s hill districts. Starlink terminals will enable online learning and virtual classes for remote students. Installations are underway, with an initial rollout to 100 schools and a target of 450.
BSCL has signed agreements with hill district councils to deploy Starlink internet in schools across Khagrachhari, Bandarban and Rangamati. The project aims to improve digital learning access in remote areas by providing high-speed, reliable connectivity. With an initial rollout to 100 schools and a goal of 450, the initiative supports the government’s push for inclusive, technology-driven education.
SpaceX’s Starlink officially launches in Bangladesh, offering two unlimited data packages with speeds up to 300 Mbps. Approved as a satellite internet provider, Starlink aims to enhance connectivity, particularly in underserved areas, and ensure internet resilience during political disruptions.
Starlink launched satellite broadband in Bangladesh in May 2025, providing high-speed internet to rural and underserved areas via LEO satellites. The service supports digital inclusion, aligns with government ICT goals, and offers an alternative where traditional broadband is limited. This marks a key step in SpaceX’s global connectivity mission.