Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI Designed and manufactured in India, telecom equipment are now being exported to over 100 countries, the Centre has informed. Last year, the country exported telecom equipment and services worth more than $18.2 billion.
“Many of our homegrown telecom companies have made their mark in Western nations, including the US, despite fierce global competition,” said Madhu Arora, Member (Technology), Digital Communications Commission, Department of Telecom. “The Indian Army has recently integrated its first indigenous chip-based 4G mobile base station, developed by our own R&D firms,” she informed.
Addressing the Defence Sector ICT Conclave in the national capital where 18 companies showcased their products, Arora said Information and communications technology (ICT) forms the backbone of defence operations. “India’s vibrant ICT sector, marked by innovation and integrity, has established a significant presence over the past decades. The Indian ICT industry is providing solutions to the world, showcasing India’s leadership in this domain,” the senior official remarked.
Abhishek Singh, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, said the MEA is actively working to enhance cooperation with Africa in the ICT sector.
