India has unveiled its ambitious National Telecom Policy 2025 (NTP-25), setting transformative targets for the country’s digital infrastructure. The policy aims to create 1 million jobs by 2030 within the telecom sector and expand broadband to 100 million homes, marking a significant leap toward digital sovereignty.
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Key Targets of Telecom Policy 2025
The government’s comprehensive roadmap focuses on five critical areas that will reshape India’s telecommunications landscape:
| Target Area | 2030 Goals |
|---|---|
| 4G Coverage | Universal 4G access nationwide |
| 5G Penetration | 90% population coverage with 5G technology |
| Home Broadband | 100 million fixed broadband connections to households |
| Job Creation | 1 million new telecom sector jobs |
| Investment | ₹1 trillion investment target |
Universal 4G Coverage: Bridging the Digital Divide
The policy prioritizes universal 4G coverage to ensure no Indian is left behind in the digital revolution. Currently, significant gaps exist in rural connectivity, which this initiative aims to eliminate completely by 2030.
The policy also promises affordable internet, wider fibre deployment, and one million public Wi-Fi hotspots, creating a robust digital infrastructure ecosystem across urban and rural areas.
Manufacturing Hub Ambitions
Beyond connectivity, NTP-25 positions India as a global telecom manufacturing powerhouse. The policy aims to double telecom exports and generate substantial economic growth through the PLI (Production Linked Incentive) scheme.
This manufacturing focus aligns with India’s broader “Make in India” initiative, potentially reducing import dependency and creating high-skill employment opportunities in the technology sector.
Economic Impact & Job Creation
The 1 million jobs target represents one of the most ambitious employment generation goals in India’s telecom history. These positions will span network deployment, manufacturing, software development, and emerging technologies like 6G research.
Industry experts view this policy as a game-changer for India’s economic growth, with the telecom sector’s contribution to GDP expected to increase substantially by 2030.
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The policy document is available on the Department of Telecommunications official website for public consultation.
FAQs
When will India achieve universal 4G coverage under the new policy?
The target is complete universal 4G coverage by 2030.
How many broadband connections does the policy aim to provide to homes?
The goal is 100 million fixed broadband connections to households by 2030.
