Countdown To 6G: India’s Bold Leap At The 9th Mobile Congress

The 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC), Asia’s premier digital technology expo, is set to host the highly anticipated 2nd International Bharat 6G Symposium on October 9-10, 2025, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi. This prestigious symposium, a cornerstone event of the IMC, will illuminate India’s leadership and innovations in 6G technology and underscore its global collaborations aiming at shaping the future of telecommunications.

Key Highlights Of The Bharat 6G Symposium

Strategic Significance And Theme: Focused on harnessing 6G technology to drive digital sovereignty, economic growth, and technological innovation, the symposium aligns with India’s vision of a digitally inclusive and economically vibrant ‘Viksit Bharat.’

Distinguished Inauguration: The event will be inaugurated by Jyotiraditya Scindia, Minister of Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region of India, accompanied by Dr Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development; Dr Neeraj Mittal, Secretary, Department of Telecommunications (DoT); and Prof Ajay Sood, Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India.

Global Participation: The symposium will feature over 70 distinguished speakers from India and around the world, including representatives from the UK, Europe, USA, Japan, Germany, Finland, Sweden, and more. It will host key figures from major technology and telecom companies such as Ericsson, Nokia, Nvidia, and Qualcomm.

Academic And Industry Collaboration: Leading academics from premier institutes like IIT Madras, IIT Hyderabad, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kanpur, Johns Hopkins University, University of Cambridge, Chalmers University, and the University of Glasgow will engage with industry leaders in sessions spanning research, standardisation, and technological breakthroughs.

Agenda And Key Sessions: The symposium agenda is divided into nine focused sessions covering global 6G initiatives, enabling 6G technologies, transition to AI-native networks, non-terrestrial networks for space connectivity, spectrum harmonisation, and global cooperation for unified 6G roadmaps.

India’s Vision For 6G Leadership

India’s commitment to leading the global 6G race is reflected in its proactive establishment of the Bharat 6G Alliance and collaboration with international partners. The symposium represents a platform to accelerate innovation, foster partnerships, and position India at the forefront of next-generation telecommunications technologies.

Outcome Expectations

The two-day event is expected to culminate in the signing of landmark Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between industry, academia, and government entities. Additionally, several technology industry reports will be launched, further cementing India’s strategic roadmap for 6G.

Broader Context Of The India Mobile Congress 2025

IMC 2025, scheduled from October 8-11, is organized jointly by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI). The event is projected to attract over 1.5 lakh visitors from 150+ countries, feature more than 400 exhibitors and partners, and host thousands of global delegates and speakers. It will showcase cutting-edge technology demonstrations including AI-driven solutions, next-generation connectivity, electronics manufacturing, and IoT innovations.

Final Thoughts

The 2nd International Bharat 6G Symposium at the India Mobile Congress is not just a gathering of experts but a testament to India’s emerging position as a global leader in telecommunications. It represents a crucial step toward integrating 6G technology into India’s digital infrastructure, advancing global standards while driving the nation’s economic and technological growth.

Sources: ANI, Economic Times, India Mobile Congress official website, Moneycontrol, Sunday Guardian Live.