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How many 5G base stations are there in India?

India had 469,000 5G base stations at the end of February, according to the latest available figures from the country's Ministry of Communications. The ministry said the number of active 5G subscribers in the country surpassed 250 million in the period – in less than two and a half years since 5G was commercially launched.

Does India have 5G?

The Indian government has reckons 5G coverage now extends to all states and 99.6 percent of districts nationwide. India had 469,000 5G base stations at the end of February, according to the latest available figures from the country's Ministry of Communications.

How many 5G towers are there in India?

As of January 2025, the total number of 5G base transceiver stations in India is 467,620, while the country has around 821,667 installed telecom towers as of February 2025. However, pegged at 44 per cent, India's tower fiberisation rate still has significant scope for improvement.

How many 5G base stations are there in 2025?

The rapid uptake of 5G underscores the increasing demand for high-speed connectivity and expanding digital infrastructure nationwide. The ministry revealed that 4.69 lakh (469,000) 5G base stations have been deployed nationwide as of 28 February 2025, to support the growing subscriber base.

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