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BSNL Gears Up for 5G Launch by December 2026
16 Aug
Summary
- BSNL plans to launch 5G services by December 2026.
- The transition to 5G will require only software upgrades.
- Indigenous technology is being tested for the 5G network.
State-run telecom operator BSNL is preparing to introduce its 5G mobile services, with a target launch date set for December 2026. R Saji Kumar, chief general manager of BSNL Kerala, announced that the company is well-positioned for this transition. He explained that the existing 4G infrastructure is already equipped for 5G capabilities.
Kumar further elaborated that the shift to next-generation technology will primarily involve software upgrades. BSNL has initiated testing phases for its 5G network, which is developed using indigenous technology. However, he emphasized that the stability of the current 4G network is a prerequisite before the upgrade to 5G can be fully implemented.
