The country has already made history by rolling out 5G services in just 22 months, the fastest deployment in the world. The Union Government has now set its sight on developing 6G technology, which could offer internet speeds of up to 100 Mbps, five times faster than the current average of 20 Mbps.

Feb 19, 2025

India is set to lead the world in the rollout of 6G, with data speed expected to reach 100 Mbps. This announcement was made by Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia during a recent event.

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Mr. Scindia said the country has already made history by rolling out 5G services in just 22 months, the fastest deployment in the world. As per reports, 5G covers around 99 percent of the country. The Union Government has now set its sight on developing 6G technology, which could offer internet speeds of up to 100 Mbps, five times faster than the current average of 20 Mbps.

India has been making rapid progress in digital technology. It has become the world’s second-largest mobile phone market and the third-largest overall digital market. The country’s digital highway is one of the most advanced globally, unlocking numerous opportunities for growth.

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The government-owned C-DoT, in collaboration with private firm Tejas Networks, is developing a fully homegrown 4G stack. Within the next 18 months, India is expected to become the fourth country to achieve this milestone, marking another step towards digital self-sufficiency.