India targets 1 bn 5G users by 2030, up from 550 mn: Scindia at IMC 2026

October 8, 2026 12:56 PM

India targets 1 bn 5G users by 2030, up from 550 mn: Scindia at IMC 2026

India aims to double its 5G user base from 550 million to one billion by 2030, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Thursday, adding that the country, which was behind the world in 4G, is resolved to lead the world in 6G. Speaking at the inauguration of the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, Scindia said 5G in India has become the fastest-adopted 5G technology in the world. "Today we have 550 million users on 5G...But we will not rest here. By 2030 our target...

Need right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness: Jyotiraditya Scindia

February 25, 2026 7:50 PM

Need right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness: Jyotiraditya Scindia

As new technologies redefine the communications landscape, it is essential that we put in place the right regulatory guardrails to foster innovation while preserving fairness, transparency and public interest, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Wednesday. Congratulating the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on its 29th Foundation Day, the minister underscored its role as a bedrock institution ensuring fairness, equity, and a level playing field across India’s comm...