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India’s 5G to Rollout by October 12

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India is expected to roll out 5G services by October 12, according to Ashwini Vaishnaw, union communication, electronics and information technology minister.

Vaishnaw revealed that 5G prices will be reasonable for users and that 5G services will be scaled up after launch to reach more parts of the country in the coming two to three years, with a focus on delivering 5G connectivity to both urban and rural areas.

India has entered its final stage of rolling out 5G services, with the government having issued spectrum allocation letters to telecom operators in preparation for the impending 5G rollout

During the initial phase of rollout, 5G will reach 13 cities, namely Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai and Pune.

Separately, PM Modi said during the Grand Finale of Smart India Hackathon 2022 that India is preparing to launch 6G by the end of the decade – which will be a boost to sectors such as gaming and entertainment.

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Questions & Answers

Which specific cities will receive 5G services during the initial rollout phase?

Initially, 5G services will be launched in 13 cities. These include Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai and Pune.

Who provided the information about the expected rollout date for 5G services in India?

The information regarding the expected 5G rollout date came from Ashwini Vaishnaw. He is the union communication, electronics and information technology minister.

How quickly does the government intend to expand 5G coverage across India after the initial launch?

After the launch, 5G services are planned to be scaled up over the next two to three years. The expansion aims to cover more parts of the country, including both urban and rural areas.

Is India planning for future network technology beyond 5G, and if so, when?

Yes, India is already preparing for 6G, with a planned launch by the end of the decade. This future technology is expected to significantly benefit sectors like gaming and entertainment.

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