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India Eyes Global Leadership In 6G Standards: Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia
24htopnews | March 19, 2026 1:08 PM CST

Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on March 18 said 6G will go beyond faster speeds to bridge the digital divide globally. Speaking at a telecom workshop, he said India aims to play a key role in global standards and IPR, adding the technology could enable AI-driven services in healthcare, education and agriculture, especially in rural areas.

New Delhi: Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Wednesday said that 6G technology will not just be about faster internet speeds, but about creating equal opportunities for people across the world, with India set to play an important role in this transformation.

Speaking at an international workshop on telecom standardisation, the minister described 6G as the next big step in human progress.

He said the technology will go beyond speed and low latency to build what he called an “intelligent internet of everything”, powered by artificial intelligence, immersive technologies and real-time connectivity.

“6G has the potential to bridge the digital divide by making advanced technology accessible to everyone,” Scindia said.


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