India Targets 10% of Global 6G IPR by 2030: Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

As India records one of the world's fastest 5G rollouts, the country aims to secure 10% of the global IPR in 6G technology by 2029 or 2030, states Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The Bharat 6G Alliance launch, a body comprising industry, academia, and government, marks a significant step towards this objective.
India Targets 10% of Global 6G IPR by 2030: Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

As India experiences one of the world’s swiftest 5G rollouts, backed by an industry investment of Rs 2.25 lakh crore, the nation sets its sights on securing 10% of the global intellectual property rights (IPR) in 6G technology, according to Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Telecom Minister.

“Our intellectual property gained recognition when 5Gi standards were incorporated into 3GPP standards. The focus is now shifting towards 5G and advanced 5G technology. As the focus turns to 6G, we plan to be ready, with at least 10% of 6G IPR originating from India by 2029 or 2030,” Vaishnaw stated at the Bharat 6G Alliance launch.


Already ranking among the top three global 5G ecosystems, India has installed 270,000 5G sites since the launch of the next-generation mobile services last October.

Vaishnaw underscored that the launch of the Bharat 6G Alliance signifies a significant step towards creating a 6G ecosystem in India. “The alliance aims to transition the industry from being mere consumers to becoming technology manufacturers.”

The Bharat 6G Alliance, a collaborative body encompassing industry, academia, and government, is designed to pioneer work in 6G technology. Vaishnaw added that the alliance is committed to transforming the Indian telecom sector and extending 6G benefits to various socio-economic classes, from agriculture to education, thus propelling India towards its ambition of becoming a 6G leader.

Vaishnaw noted that the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) has endorsed India’s 6G vision. This implies that India’s contributions will be considered in determining standards, technology, and various patent sub-verticals related to the technology.

He also emphasized India’s growth as a telecom manufacturing hub. “Previously, India was merely a consumer of technology, but it is now exporting technology to 12 nations, including the US.”

Speaking on the telecom equipment production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, the minister highlighted that the selected 42 companies had performed well, with many exceeding manufacturing targets and turning into exporters.

Vaishnaw underlined the positive transformation of the telecom sector, noting that it has evolved from a challenging environment into a sunrise sector. He revealed that the government’s ongoing procedural and structural reforms would soon be followed by consumer-centric reforms.

On the semiconductor front, Vaishnaw informed that the Micron Technology project, formalized during the Prime Minister’s US visit, is progressing, with site allocation completed by the Gujarat Government. The factory’s groundbreaking ceremony is expected to occur within 1-2 months.


Recent Content

President Trump’s executive order to modernize environmental permitting may streamline U.S. infrastructure projects—but it notably omits telecom and broadband. Industry experts say pole attachments, state permitting rules, and access to federal lands remain critical hurdles. While the order could bring indirect benefits, real telecom reform still requires sector-specific solutions.
Airtel has acquired 400 MHz of 26 GHz mmWave spectrum from Adani Data Networks, a move that strengthens its high-speed 5G offerings in urban and enterprise zones. The deal enhances Airtel’s ability to scale fixed wireless access, industrial 5G networks, and high-bandwidth consumer services. With India’s spectrum demand surging, this acquisition underscores the critical role of efficient spectrum use and signals a new phase of telecom consolidation.
ETSI has published its first ISAC report for 6G—ETSI GR ISC 001—highlighting 18 use cases across healthcare, public safety, automation, and mobility. The report dives into deployment scenarios, sensing modalities, and KPIs like fine motion accuracy and sensing latency. It also outlines security, privacy, and sustainability guidelines for real-world ISAC integration into 6G networks.
In 2025, 5G surpasses 2.25 billion global connections, marking a pivotal shift toward mainstream adoption. While North America leads in performance and per capita usage, challenges in spectrum policy and enterprise integration remain. This in-depth report from 5G Americas explores the rise of Standalone 5G, the promise of 5G-Advanced, the reality of private network deployments, and the need for smart, forward-looking spectrum strategy.
Low-code platforms like VC4’s Service2Create (S2C) are transforming telecom operations by accelerating service delivery, reducing manual tasks, and simplifying integration with legacy systems. Discover how this technology drives digital transformation, improves efficiency, and future-proofs telecom networks.
NVIDIA has launched a major U.S. manufacturing expansion for its next-gen AI infrastructure. Blackwell chips will now be produced at TSMC’s Arizona facilities, with AI supercomputers assembled in Texas by Foxconn and Wistron. Backed by partners like Amkor and SPIL, NVIDIA is localizing its AI supply chain from silicon to system integration—laying the foundation for “AI factories” powered by robotics, Omniverse digital twins, and real-time automation. By 2029, NVIDIA aims to manufacture up to $500B in AI infrastructure domestically.
Whitepaper
As VoLTE becomes the standard for voice communication, its rapid deployment exposes telecom networks to new security risks, especially in roaming scenarios. SecurityGen’s research uncovers key vulnerabilities like unauthorized access to IMS, SIP protocol threats, and lack of encryption. Learn how to strengthen VoLTE security with proactive measures such as...
Whitepaper
Dive into the comprehensive analysis of GTPu within 5G networks in our whitepaper, offering insights into its operational mechanics, strategic importance, and adaptation to the evolving landscape of cellular technologies....

It seems we can't find what you're looking for.

Download Magazine

With Subscription

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

Scroll to Top