Barcelona: Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia said India is not only building robust digital networks for its 1.4 billion citizens but also creating trusted digital bridges for the world.
He made the remarks while inaugurating the Bharat Pavilion at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain.
India at the Intersection of Intelligence and Infrastructure
Invoking the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, the Minister emphasised that connectivity must empower humanity, strengthen global partnerships, and create shared prosperity. He stated that as the world debates the future of connectivity in the “IQ Era,” India stands at the intersection of intelligence and infrastructure — where connectivity meets capability and innovation meets inclusion.
Scindia underlined that under the leadership of Narendra Modi, India’s telecom transformation has been driven by:
Indigenous research and development
Trusted telecom ecosystems
Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes
Deep integration into global value chains
Bharat Pavilion Showcases India’s Telecom Strength
The Bharat Pavilion at MWC 2026 features more than 40 Indian telecom innovators spanning the entire value chain, including:
4G and 5G technologies
Emerging 6G development
Open RAN solutions
Optical and satellite communications
Semiconductor design
AI-driven network intelligence
Cybersecurity and telecom software
Digital platforms
The expanded participation reflects growing global confidence in India’s telecom ecosystem and innovation capabilities.
Commitment to Secure and AI-Driven Networks
Scindia noted that the strong representation of Indian companies at the Pavilion demonstrates India’s commitment to building secure and trusted telecom infrastructure, accelerating AI-driven network intelligence, promoting reliable digital ecosystems, and expanding telecom exports globally.
The presence of Indian innovators at one of the world’s largest connectivity events signals India’s ambition to play a leading role in shaping the future of global digital infrastructure.
