The Telangana government has approached Starlink, the satellite-based internet company owned by US entrepreneur Elon Musk, inviting it to establish an engineering Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad. The move reinforces Hyderabad’s growing stature as one of India’s leading GCC destinations.
Government’s Focus on GCC Investment
According to a senior State government source, Telangana has specifically encouraged Starlink to explore setting up its GCC in Hyderabad, citing the city’s strong GCC ecosystem and talent base. The emphasis, officials clarified, is firmly on attracting engineering and innovation-led GCC investments, rather than on satellite internet service deployment.
Clarification on Satellite Services
The government has refuted claims suggesting discussions with Starlink for providing satellite connectivity in rural or remote areas. Officials pointed out that:
- Telangana already has strong telecom and affordable 5G coverage
- Satellite services may be more relevant for institutional users such as banks, rather than mass consumer adoption
- The State reiterated that its engagement with Starlink is investment-led, not service-led.
Expanding the GCC Ecosystem
Beyond Starlink, the Telangana government is also in discussions with T-Mobile, a leading US telecom company, to attract further GCC investments into Hyderabad. These efforts align with the State’s strategy to deepen its presence in high-value global engineering, telecom, and digital roles.
Hyderabad’s GCC Strength
According to Xpheno’s report “Telangana: The Next-Gen GCC Powerhouse”:
- Telangana is home to over 360 GCCs
- These GCCs employ more than 3.1 lakh professionals
- They account for 14% of the State’s white-collar workforce
This scale positions Hyderabad as a critical hub for global enterprises seeking advanced engineering, technology, and digital capabilities.
Strategic Intent
State officials highlighted that attracting companies like Starlink and T-Mobile would further strengthen Hyderabad’s GCC ecosystem, enhance high-skilled employment, and reinforce Telangana’s role in global innovation networks.
Conclusion
Telangana’s outreach to Starlink reflects a clear policy-driven push to attract high-impact Global Capability Centres. With a mature ecosystem, skilled talent pool, and strong infrastructure, Hyderabad continues to consolidate its position as a premier GCC hub in India, drawing interest from leading global technology and telecom companies.
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