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5G National Rollout

Government of India · ongoing · since 2022

5G National Rollout is a Government of India scheme dating from 2022; its current status is ongoing. Launched 5G services via spectrum auctions raising ₹1.5 lakh crore; coordinated rollout with Airtel, Jio, and VI. Rural 5G connectivity planned under BharatNet backhaul.

↗ Official source — dot.gov.in

Status
ongoing
Started
2022
Reach
Govt. reported: 5G services launched Oct 2022; available in 99.9% of districts; 5.23 lakh 5G base stations installed (as on 28 Feb 2026) · PIB Mar 2026
Target
Rolled out in all States/UTs (DoT, Mar 2026)
Run by
Government of India
Official source
dot.gov.in
Last verified
Sep 2026

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5G National Rollout
Ongoing
ReachGovt. reported: 5G services launched Oct 2022; available in 99.9% of districts; 5.23 lakh 5G base stations installed (as on 28 Feb 2026) · PIB Mar 2026
TargetRolled out in all States/UTs (DoT, Mar 2026)
Since 2022 · Launched 5G services via spectrum auctions raising ₹1.5 lakh crore; coordinated rollout with Airtel, Jio, and VI. Rural 5G connectivity planned under BharatNet backhaul.

Frequently asked questions

What is 5G National Rollout?

Launched 5G services via spectrum auctions raising ₹1.5 lakh crore; coordinated rollout with Airtel, Jio, and VI. Rural 5G connectivity planned under BharatNet backhaul.

What is the official website of 5G National Rollout?

The official source for 5G National Rollout is dot.gov.in.

When did 5G National Rollout start?

5G National Rollout dates from 2022.

What is the current status of 5G National Rollout?

5G National Rollout is ongoing, with a target of Rolled out in all States/UTs (DoT, Mar 2026).

How many people has 5G National Rollout reached?

Govt. reported: 5G services launched Oct 2022; available in 99.9% of districts; 5.23 lakh 5G base stations installed (as on 28 Feb 2026) · PIB Mar 2026

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