India has sought a larger role in international 6G standardisation through the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) IMT-2030 framework. The government has said that India supported inclusion of ubiquitous connectivity as one of the six 6G usage scenarios, along with coverage, interoperability, and sustainability as capabilities of 6G technology.
The policy significance is wider than a technical vocabulary change. International telecom standards shape device compatibility, network architecture, vendor access, and the ability of domestic firms to influence future markets.
What changed now
The Ministry of Communications has said that India is supporting active participation of Indian stakeholders in international standardisation bodies such as 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), ITU, and oneM2M through the Department of Telecommunications’ Technology Development and Investment Promotion (TDIP) scheme.
The TDIP scheme provides financial assistance for membership fees, participation in international standardisation meetings, hosting such meetings in India, pilot testing, and validation of telecom products. The scheme also covers eligible startups and micro, small and medium enterprises across the country.
Why this matters for UPSC
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