With India set to play a significant role in this transition, Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated on Wednesday that 6G technology will be about more than just quicker internet speeds; it will be about providing equitable chances for everyone in the world.
In a speech at an international telecom standardisation workshop, the minister predicted that 6G will be the next major advancement in human civilization.
He stated that the technology will advance beyond speed and low latency to create what he termed an “intelligent internet of everything,” which will be driven by real-time connection, immersive technologies, and artificial intelligence.
Scindia stated, “By bringing sophisticated technology to everyone, 6G has the potential to bridge the digital divide.”
“In particular, it can create new possibilities in fields like healthcare, education, and agriculture, especially in isolated and rural areas,” he said.
He emphasized India’s preparations by stating that the nation is actively trying to establish itself as a major player in the development of 6G, notably in the areas of intellectual property rights and the establishment of global standards.
Scindia observed, “Several committed working groups are already in place to improve India’s position in influencing worldwide 6G standards.”
As global standards change, the Bharat 6G Alliance is helping India establish a position in international conversations, according to the minister.
Nonetheless, he stated that the International Telecommunication Union and 3rd Generation Partnership Project, among other international organizations, will make choices on spectrum allocation for 6G at a later time, following the completion of standardization.
Scindia also emphasized India’s robust digital infrastructure, noting that systems like Aadhaar and Unified Payments Interface have previously demonstrated the potential of technology to be expanded to cater to a large audience.
“India processes about 20 billion UPI transactions each month and accounts for over half of the world’s digital transactions,” he said.
He stated that India has a strong foundation for the next stage of digital development thanks to inexpensive data and increased broadband availability.
“In this context, 6G might facilitate sophisticated use cases like remote robotic surgeries, AI-driven farming, and holographic learning, thereby helping to bridge gaps in access across industries,” Scindia said.