India drafts policy to allow private sector foray into space

Indian onlookers watch the launch of the Indian Space Research Organisation Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle at Sriharikota in this file photo from Feb15, 2017. - AFP

MUMBAI (Xinhua): India has drafted a policy to enable the private sector to set up new communication satellites and ground stations.

The new Spacecom Policy 2020 will govern the commercial use of orbital slots, satellites, and ground stations for communication needs.