Connectivity must become universally affordable, says Scindia at MWC 2026

Barcelona: The Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, led India’s engagements at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, with high-level participation at the GSMA Ministerial Programme and the MWC Main Stage, outlining India’s vision for affordable, inclusive and future-ready digital connectivity.

Scindia delivered the closing keynote address at the Ministerial Stage during the session themed “Breaking the Cost Barrier.” The session focused on addressing affordability challenges that continue to exclude 3.1 billion people globally from meaningful digital participation despite broadband coverage.