The telecom sector is fundamentally one of the most important underpinnings of India's resurgency and growth story, Scindia said
The minister said that the telecom subscriber base has jumped from 800 million a decade ago to a level where India is now the second largest mobile market with 1.2 billion subscribers
Scindia says India's low data cost, broadband boom and infrastructure growth will make it the global data hub, as North East emerges as an economic powerhouse
Scindia asked telcos, ISPs to prioritise affordability, quality, safety, accessibility, availability, and emerging tech like AI and IoT as pillars of India's digital connectivity mission
Says India aims to contribute 10% of 6G patents by 2030; satcom companies must now define their own paths with policy and licensing frameworks already in place
The main focus sectors of investment promotion include tourism and hospitality, ago-food processing, textiles, handlooms and handicrafts, healthcare, education and skill development
Minister says India's satcom market will grow from $2.3 billion to $20 billion by 2028 as Starlink awaits final clearance and QoS becomes key focus for telcos
The Union minister of communications also asserted that in the days to come India will play a leading role in tailoring rules for 6G technology
Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said investing in India today is not just about goodwill, but a sound economic decision for every original equipment manufacturer
Scindia has been actively driving initiatives to enhance connectivity, infrastructure and ecosystems across the northeast
The lucrative domestic market has drawn global multinational companies to set up a significant presence
On how the government would look to balance the regulatory and security considerations with the connectivity goals, the minister assured that there are clear deliverables
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump share a warm personal rapport, but the US president has repeatedly criticised India's high tariffs
A boat carrying devotees to Siddh Baba temple capsized at the dam, leaving seven people, including three women, missing
IMC 2025 will serve as a global platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and technology enthusiasts to explore the future of connectivity, sustainability, and innovation
Addressing a press conference to highlight various provisions made in the recently-presented Union Budget, he said the budget will make India self-reliant and aims to establish it as a 'Vishwaguru'
Additionally, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia added that it is a composite budget that will take India forward
Rahul Gandhi, first read history, then make statements, said Scindia
Starlink has long wanted to launch in India and has in recent months clashed with billionaire Ambani's company over how the country should grant spectrum for satellite services
The telecom sector will now have 1,587 MHz of its 2,000 MHz requirement by 2030