Reforms have made telecom sector investment–oriented, employment generator: Vaishnaw

NEW DELHI: The telecom industry has become investment-oriented and an employment generator post the reforms announced by the government for the sector, said Union Minister of Communications Ashwini Vaishnaw Tuesday.

“[It is] now a sunrise sector…the industry achieved the phase one target of 5G roll outs much before the set deadline of March 31. As of today, India has covered 387 districts with 5G coverage. 1 lakh base transceiver stations (BTSs) have been installed today,” said Vaishnaw.