687MHz spectrum to be diverted to telecom operators for 5G services: Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

The Union cabinet has approved the refarming of 687MHz of spectrum held by government ministries and the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) to support 5G and future 6G services, communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Friday.

The move aims to address demands for telecom spectrum, which is projected to reach 2000MHz by 2030. The refarmed spectrum, valued at approximately ₹2 lakh crore, will soon be auctioned.