Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch 5G services on Saturday at 10 am in Pragati Maidan here.
The 5G technology will provide seamless coverage, high data rate, low latency, and highly reliable communications. It will increase energy efficiency, spectrum efficiency and network efficiency, the PMO said.
Prime Minister will also inaugurate the sixth edition of the Indian Mobile Congress (IMC).
The Indian Mobile Congress 2022 is scheduled to be held from October 1 to 4 with the theme of New digital Universe.
It will bring together leading thinkers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and government officials to discuss and showcase unique opportunities emerging from the rapid adoption and spread of digital technology.
According to sources, business tycoons like Mukesh Ambani, Sunil Bharti Mittal and Kumar Mangalam Birla will also be present during the event. They are also expected elaborate on the roadmap to 5G for their companies during the program.
Recently, in a letter written to customers, Airtel’s CEO Gopal Vittal had indicated that the company will commence the launch of next generation 5G technology within a few weeks.