The 5G network will soon be available in 13 Indian cities, starting with Delhi and Mumbai. Airtel and Jio are planning to launch the service in these cities first and will roll it out in phases to the rest of the country. PM Modi has called this launch of 5G a “present” from the government and the telecom industry.
As part of the Indian 5G rollout, the Department of Telecommunications has issued spectrum assignment letters to service providers to get ready for the new technology. This came on the same day as the successful bidders made their upfront payments. The department has also confirmed that 13 cities in India will get high-speed Internet services.
These 13 Cities to Get 5G Service in Indian First
- Delhi
- Mumbai
- Ahmedabad
- Bengaluru
- Chandigarh
- Chennai
- Gandhinagar
- Gurugram
- Hyderabad
- Jamnagar
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Pune
This announcement marks the beginning of the 5G era, and will change the way the world uses the internet. It will also open up a world of new opportunities for the youth, especially those in India.
The Indian government has focused on four key pillars to support the telecom industry, including affordable devices, data pricing, and digital-first thinking. These measures are all aimed at making India more independent and self-reliant.
Among the many benefits of 5G are enhanced energy efficiency, ultra-low latency, and reliability. These new technologies can help Indian citizens jump past traditional barriers to development and help create a digital India.
Experts believe that 5G will greatly benefit the Indian economy. They estimate that by 2025, 5G could benefit India by Rs 36.4 trillion ($455 billion) and create new jobs and economic opportunities.