Jyotiraditya Scindia, Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, has tested the 5G phone technology developed by the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) at C-DOT campus, New Delhi.
The minister demonstrated the capability and readiness of 5G by video calling using BSNL’s 5G technology. This successful test signifies a major milestone in India’s telecom sector and its potential to compete globally. He further visited multiple departments of C-DOT facility and engaged in discussions with numerous scientists and technology experts.
He also chaired a meeting with the telecom scientists, where they discussed various innovations and new technologies currently under development at C-DOT. The focus of the meeting was on strategies to propel India to the forefront of the global telecom industry. He emphasised on the importance of indigenous technology and innovation in achieving this goal.