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NEW DELHI: Satellite communications ( satcom ) should be seen as complementary to terrestrial network technologies such as fifth-generation ( 5G ) and 6G , and it should be utilised for last-mile connectivity and to bridge the prevalent digital divide in India , said a Ministry of Communications official on Wednesday. “The outcome is not just to compete with terrestrial networks, but to complement them as we integrate the 6G technology and the existing 5G technology into our infrastructure. It is crucial that we bring both private and government partnerships for resilient networks,” Minister of State for Communications Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani , said at the three-day industry conference organised by the Indian Space Association (ISpA).
Advt Pemmasani said space missions under the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government have propelled India to the forefront of the global space race. “India is now a global contender, a partner, and a leader in space exploration. Recognising this, the government of India has introduced progressive policies to foster the growth of our space sector,” he said, adding that the Satcom Reforms in 2022 and the Telecommunications Act, 2023, ensure that the private sector has both freedom and resources to contribute meaningfully to the sector’s growth.
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have eased the path for public and private sector participation and created an environment where innovation thrives,” Pemmasani said. “These initiatives are not only about fostering growth, but about create an inclusive space ecosystem where government, industry and academia come together to acknowledge the potential of India.” He said the economic promise of the Indian space sector is “undeniable”, adding that the country aims to grow its share in the global space economy from 2% presently to 10%.
“This growth will generate employment, and support our initiatives, such as Make in India, and positioning India into a global hub for space-related manufacturing and services. The world is taking notice of India's commitment to space, and we have the opportunity to become a significant exporter in this high-scale and high-value sector,” Pemmasani said. By Ashutosh Kumar & Muntazir Abbas , ETTelecom Published On Nov 6, 2024 at 11:56 AM IST Telegram Facebook Copy Link Be the first one to comment.
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