India Among Top Six Globally In 6G Patent Filings: Union Minister

India has emerged among the top six countries globally in 6G patent filings, with more than 111 research projects funded at a sanctioned cost of Rs 300 crore, Minister of State for Telecom Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani said on Wednesday.

Speaking at the Bharat 6G 2025 conference, the minister highlighted India's progress in next-generation wireless technology. He noted that 6G will harness TeraHertz frequency bands, enabling ultra-high data speeds of up to 1 terabit per second — nearly 100 times faster than current 5G networks.

"Over 111 research projects have been funded with the sanction amount of Rs 300 crore and India now ranks among the top six nations globally in 6G patent filings. We have a vast amount of talent pool and we have enough time. There is no reason for us not to lead in 6G," Pemmasani said.

He said that as India continues its journey towards becoming a global technology leader, its path forward with 6G technology will define the nation's prosperity for decades to come.

"6G will create entirely new industries and revolutionise existing ones, potentially adding $1 trillion to India's economy by 2035. Indigenous 6G development will also ensure that our secure communications are developed within India and secure," the minister said.

(With inputs from PTI)