PM Modi inaugurated the 9th edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 on October 8, 2025, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Held under the theme 'Innovate to Transform', the event ran from October 8–11 and featured over 400 companies, 7,000 global delegates, and 1.5 lakh visitors from 150+ countries. PM Modi highlighted that India is now the world's second-largest telecom market and second-largest 5G market. Key focus areas included 6G, Quantum Communication, Optical Communication, AI in telecom, Semiconductors, and Financial Fraud Prevention. India's 4G technology stack was declared export-ready.
India Mobile Congress 2025 Inaugurated — India Becomes 2nd Largest 5G Market Globally
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PM Modi inaugurated the 9th edition of India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 on October 8, 2025, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Held under the theme 'Innovate to Transform', the event ran from October 8–11 and featured over 400 companies, 7,000 global delegates, and 1.5 lakh visitors from 150+ countries. PM Modi highlighted that India is now the world's second-largest telecom market and second-largest 5G market. Key focus areas included 6G, Quantum Communication, Optical Communication, AI in telecom, Semiconductors, and Financial Fraud Prevention. India's 4G technology stack was declared export-ready.
Key facts
- PM Modi inaugurated 9th IMC 2025 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi on October 8, 2025.
- India is now the world's second-largest telecom market and second-largest 5G market.
- IMC 2025 featured 400+ companies, 7,000 delegates, and 1.5 lakh visitors from 150+ countries.
- Key themes included 6G, quantum communication, AI in telecom, and financial fraud prevention.
- India's 4G technology stack was declared export-ready for global deployment.
- BSNL presented its 5G rollout plans at the congress.
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PM Modi highlighted that India is now the world's second-largest telecom market and second-largest 5G market.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where was India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 inaugurated, and what was its theme?
IMC 2025 (9th edition) was inaugurated by PM Modi on October 8, 2025, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, under the theme 'Innovate to Transform'.
What is India's current global ranking in the telecom and 5G markets?
India is now the world's second-largest telecom market and the second-largest 5G market globally, as highlighted at IMC 2025.
What were the key technology focus areas at India Mobile Congress 2025?
The key focus areas at IMC 2025 included 6G development, quantum communication, optical communication, artificial intelligence in telecom, semiconductor manufacturing, and financial fraud prevention technologies.
What milestone did India announce regarding its 4G technology at IMC 2025?
India declared its domestically developed 4G technology stack as export-ready for global deployment, marking a significant step in positioning India as a telecom technology exporter.
How large was IMC 2025 in terms of participation?
IMC 2025 featured over 400 companies, 7,000 global delegates, and 1.5 lakh visitors from more than 150 countries, making it one of the largest telecom events in Asia.
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