NEW DELHI: The government’s unwavering commitment to digital transformation is providing “fertile ground” for next generation (6G) experimentation and innovation across the world, a senior Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official said.
“India’s digital transformation efforts position it as a fertile ground for 6G experimentation and innovation,” said Mahabir Singhvi, Joint Secretary (Emerging and Strategic Technologies), MEA.
Mr. Singhvi spoke at the 7th ETTelecom 5G | 6G Congress 2024 on Thursday.
“Our strengths in research and innovation form a solid foundation for our efforts in 6G technology development. , there is a rich ecosystem of technology startups,” he said. .
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is ambitiously working on next-generation technologies to help India play a key role in global standardization and research and development (R&D).
“India’s vibrant technology ecosystem and fast-growing digital economy is well-positioned to play a leading role in shaping the future of 6G technology.”
Furthermore, he said the country’s strengths in research and innovation will lay a solid foundation for our country’s efforts in developing 6G technology. “We have a rich ecosystem of academic institutions, research institutes, and technology startups actively engaged in cutting-edge research across a variety of fields.”
In July 2023, the government launched the Bharat 6G Alliance, a collaboration platform that includes public and private companies, academia, research institutes, and standards development organizations.
Singhvi further added that collaborative efforts between academia, industry, and government agencies are driving innovation in areas such as wireless communications, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and materials science, all of which will contribute to the development of 6G technology. said it is essential.
The specialized department of the Ministry works in the field of technology governance at the multinational level and also acts as a facilitator in building international cooperation and cooperation in new strategic technologies.
“We are now at the forefront of the race to develop and implement 6G technology to replace 5G technology,” the official said, adding that 6G’s superior data rates, low latency, reliable reliability, and Dynamic, dynamic insights will further expand global data speeds, he added. A range of features that support new and innovative applications in wireless connectivity, recognition, sensing, and imaging.
“This vision aims to develop and implement 6G network technology that provides ubiquitous, intelligent and secure connectivity, thereby improving people’s lives.”
He further said that the Prime Minister’s vision for Amritkar is focused on unlocking the potential of technology in a responsible manner based on the principles of constitutional rights and welfare of the people and communities.
India’s 6G Vision aims to deploy 6G technology in the country by 2030.
