5G rollout may be reality by September

NEW DELHI: 5G could be a reality in India by September this year. The government on Thursday took a decision that allows telecom companies to make changes in technology advancements and upgrades with a notice of only six months, against one year mandated previously.

The modifications have been made part of the amendments to the notice inviting applications for the spectrum auctions slated for March. “In case of switching over to a different technology, while rolling out networks, information regarding the new technology should be given at least six months before any base station is offered for testing,” the amendment said.