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3 days ago
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Why India will be the data capital of the world in five years
Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that the telecom subscriber base in India has expanded from 800 million a decade ago to 1.2 billion this year, a level where India is now the second largest mobile market read more Indian telecom minister has projected that the country is poised to become the data capital of the world within next five years. Source: PTI Indian telecom minister has projected that the country is poised to become the data capital of the world within next five years. While speaking at the CII Annual Business Summit 2025 on Thursday (May 29), Jyotiraditya Scindia said that India is leading a digital-first economy, with the telecom revolution being the driving force. 'India, I believe, in the next five years, will become the data capital of the world,' Scindia said. The minister informed that the telecom subscriber base in India has expanded from 800 million a decade ago to 1.2 billion this year, a level where India is now the second largest mobile market. He added that the broadband base in the country has also grown to 940 million. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The minister highlighted how connectivity costs have fallen drastically over the past decade, recalling days when tariffs were as high as Rs 16 per minute. 'When we talk about data, 11 years ago, 1 GB of data would cost you Rs 287. Today, 1 GB of data costs you Rs 9. There is a 97 per cent reduction in the cost of communication,' Scindia was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. The minister concluded by stating that India's cost of data communication is currently just 5 per cent of the global average. Sanchar Mitra Scheme Meanwhile, the government has also launched the Sanchar Mitra Scheme, which aims to improve the connection between the telecom industry and everyday citizens. When asked about whether satellite communication service would be available in India, Scindia said it was up to telecom companies to decide how to go about it after they get necessary permission from the government. He emphasised that the government's role is to issue these licenses as long as the companies meet specific requirements. Currently, two companies have already qualified, and a third is close to qualifying. Scindia reaffirmed the government's commitment to granting licenses to companies that comply with the rules. He also mentioned that once companies receive the necessary spectrum to operate their services, they must chart their own course based on the regulations set by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India to lead 6G race while strengthening telecom safety and citizen connectivity, says Union minister Scindia
India is rapidly progressing from being a 5G frontrunner to emerging as a global contender in 6G innovation, and is simultaneously focused on making telecom services universally accessible and secure for citizens, Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Monday. Speaking at the launch of the Sanchar Mitra Scheme, aimed at deepening citizen engagement in telecom services, Scindia highlighted the country's growing stature in global communications—from indigenous telecom manufacturing to ranking among the top six nations filing for 6G patents, PTI reported. 'We marched with the world on 5G, we will lead the world in 6G. We are among the top six countries today that are filing for 6G patents... And I am confident that when the World Radio Communications Conference is held in 2027... when they decide which waves will go in for 6G... it is from now till then. There are entrepreneurs, companies, innovators across the board, must aspire to ensure that India leads that technology wave in the days to come,' Scindia said. The Minister said the country's transformation in the telecom sector is 'systemic, structural, and indigenous' and underscored India's historical legacy of innovation through institutions like Nalanda. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Добро пожаловать в Аравию SAUDI Забронировать Undo He also unveiled the theme 'Innovate to Transform' for the upcoming 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, scheduled for October. In response to a question on satellite communication service rollouts, Scindia said, 'Our job is to be able to provide the licence if they have fulfilled all the conditions which two companies had, we are close to third company doing so, and then the rules for the spectrum allocation, which now TRAI has come out with... basis both of these, when the spectrum will be administratively assigned, then it depends on the individual companies to define their own path. We can't define that for them.' Highlighting digital security, Scindia said, 'Our private sector companies coming out with their Kavach to protect our customers from online fraud, from spam. DOT's Sanchar Sathi portal, which acts like a shield, which by itself, has disconnected almost close to 3.4 crore fake mobile connections...' 'Our job is to be a provider of services, but our job is also to protect every citizen as we transcend from the physical highway of roads to the informational and telecommunications digital highway, which today has become all-pervasive across the length and breadth of our country,' he added. The Sanchar Mitra Scheme will empower youth to serve as digital ambassadors and bridge the gap between citizens and the telecom ecosystem. The initiative will also offer volunteers exposure to emerging technologies and Department of Telecommunications (DoT) projects, enhancing job readiness and research interest. 'This is a whole of our ecosystem approach. And this is a whole of nation approach to safeguarding the digital security, of every single one of us,' the minister said. The India Mobile Congress 2025 will be held from October 8–11 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, and is expected to draw over 1.5 lakh visitors from 150+ countries. Organised by DoT and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), IMC 2025 will feature 400+ exhibitors, 7,000 global delegates, 800+ speakers, and over 100 conference sessions. The ASPIRE startup platform, launched in 2023, will return with 500+ startups and connect them to 300+ investors, incubators, and VCs through mentorship, live pitches, and networking opportunities. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India focused on making telecom ubiquitous, ensuring customer safety on digital highway: Scindia
Jyotiraditya Scindia NEW DELHI: India has proven its mettle from domestic communications manufacturing and 5G rollout to being among the top six nations filing for 6G patents, and is now prioritising telecom customer protection in digital economy, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Monday. The Minister launched the Sanchar Mitra Scheme that aims to strengthen the connect between the telecom sector and citizens. While unveiling 'Innovate to Transform' as the theme for the 9th Edition of the India Mobile Congress 2025 scheduled in October 2025, the Minister said India is positioning itself as a hub for designing, solving and scaling. When asked about the timelines for satellite communication services becoming operational in India, Scindia indicated that it is for individual companies to define their own path, once the licences are given and allocation of spectrum takes place as per rules. The government's role is to provide licences once the companies meet all necessary conditions, which two companies have already fulfilled, while a third company is close to doing so, he said. "Our job is to be able to provide the licence if they have fulfilled all the conditions which two companies had, we are close to third company doing so, and then the rules for the spectrum allocation, which now TRAI has come out by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo both of these, when the spectrum will be administratively assigned, then it depends on the individual companies to define their own path. We can't define that for them," Scindia, who is Minister for Communications, told reporters on the sidelines. Earlier while addressing the event, Scindia said that India has always shaped the future, rather than waiting for it to arrive. The Minister cited prominent centres of learning in India including Nalanda that shaped global curriculum and pedagogy, and also outlined India's progress in space technologies. The transformation that India is going through is systemic, structural, and indigenous, he said. "We marched with the world on 5G, we will lead the world in 6G. We are among the top six countries today that are filing for 6G I am confident that when the World Radio Communications Conference is held in they decide which waves will go in for is from now till then. There are entrepreneurs, companies, innovators across the board, must aspire to ensure that India leads that technology wave in the days to come," Scindia said. The country is not only making indigenous telecom products, and ensuring services are ubiquitous, it is also prioritising the safety of customers, he said. "Our private sector companies coming out with their Kavach to protect our customers from online fraud, from spam. DOT's Sanchar Sathi portal, which acts like a shield, which by itself, has disconnected almost close to 3.4 crore fake mobile connections... "Our job is to be a provider of services, but our job is also to protect every citizen as we transcend from the physical highway of roads to the informational and telecommunications digital highway, which today has become all-pervasive across the length and breadth of our country," he said launching the Sanchar Mitra Scheme. The scheme aims to empower a wider youth network to act as digital ambassadors, further strengthening the connection between the telecom ecosystem and the citizens. In addition to public awareness efforts, the scheme will also provide student volunteers exposure to emerging telecom technologies and DoT initiatives, fostering job readiness and research interest in the sector. "This is a whole of our ecosystem approach. And this is a whole of nation approach to safeguarding the digital security, of every single one of us," he said. India Mobile Congress 2025, is scheduled to be held from 8-11 October 2025 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi. Organised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), IMC 2025 is expected to attract over 1.5 lakh visitors from 150 plus countries, feature over 400 exhibitors and partners and more than 7,000 global delegates. The flagship startup program, ASPIRE, introduced in 2023, will feature over 500 startups and connect them with more than 300 investors, incubators accelerators and VCs for mentorship, live pitching sessions and networking. IMC, Asia's largest digital technology forum will also witness 800 plus speakers participating in over 100 conference sessions, according to a release.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India focused on making telecom ubiquitous, ensuring customer safety on digital highway: Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads India has proven its mettle from domestic communications manufacturing and 5G rollout to being among the top six nations filing for 6G patents, and is now prioritising telecom customer protection in digital economy, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Monday. The Minister was speaking at the launch the Sanchar Mitra Scheme that aims to strengthen the connect between the telecom sector and unveiling 'Innovate to Transform' as the theme for the 9th Edition of the India Mobile Congress 2025 scheduled in October 2025, the Minister said India is positioning itself as a hub for designing, solving and asked about the timelines for satellite communication services becoming operational in India, Scindia indicated that it is for individual companies to define their own path, once the licences are given and allocation of spectrum takes place as per government's role is to provide licences once the companies meet all necessary conditions, which two companies have already fulfilled, while a third company is close to doing so, he said."Our job is to be able to provide the licence if they have fulfilled all the conditions which two companies had, we are close to third company doing so, and then the rules for the spectrum allocation, which now TRAI has come out both of these, when the spectrum will be administratively assigned, then it depends on the individual companies to define their own path. We can't define that for them," Scindia, who is Minister for Communications, told reporters on the while addressing the event, Scindia said that India has always shaped the future, rather than waiting for it to arrive. The Minister cited prominent centres of learning in India including Nalanda that shaped global curriculum and pedagogy, and also outlined India's progress in space transformation that India is going through is systemic, structural, and indigenous, he said."We marched with the world on 5G, we will lead the world in 6G. We are among the top six countries today that are filing for 6G I am confident that when the World Radio Communications Conference is held in they decide which waves will go in for is from now till then. There are entrepreneurs, companies, innovators across the board, must aspire to ensure that India leads that technology wave in the days to come," Scindia country is not only making indigenous telecom products, and ensuring services are ubiquitous, it is also prioritising the safety of customers, he said."Our private sector companies coming out with their Kavach to protect our customers from online fraud, from spam. DOT's Sanchar Sathi portal, which acts like a shield, which by itself, has disconnected almost close to 3.4 crore fake mobile connections..."Our job is to be a provider of services, but our job is also to protect every citizen as we transcend from the physical highway of roads to the informational and telecommunications digital highway, which today has become all-pervasive across the length and breadth of our country," he said launching the Sanchar Mitra scheme aims to empower a wider youth network to act as digital ambassadors, further strengthening the connection between the telecom ecosystem and the citizens. In addition to public awareness efforts, the scheme will also provide student volunteers exposure to emerging telecom technologies and DoT initiatives, fostering job readiness and research interest in the sector."This is a whole of our ecosystem approach. And this is a whole of nation approach to safeguarding the digital security, of every single one of us," he Mobile Congress 2025, is scheduled to be held from 8-11 October 2025 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), IMC 2025 is expected to attract over 1.5 lakh visitors from 150 plus countries, feature over 400 exhibitors and partners and more than 7,000 global flagship startup program, ASPIRE, introduced in 2023, will feature over 500 startups and connect them with more than 300 investors, incubators accelerators and VCs for mentorship, live pitching sessions and networking. IMC, Asia's largest digital technology forum will also witness 800 plus speakers participating in over 100 conference sessions, according to a release.
