5G subscriptions in India are expected to reach 130 million in 2023: Ericsson

The total number of 5G subscriptions in India is expected to reach 130 million by 2023 and may grow to 860 million by 2029, according to a report. India's average data traffic per smartphone is the highest globally. 5G penetration is expected to have topped 11% in India by the end of 2023. India is seeing substantial 5G network deployments, and 5G subscriptions are estimated to account for 68% of mobile subscriptions in the region by the end of 2029. Despite this, 4G continues to be the dominant subscription type in the country.

5G subscriptions in India are expected to reach 130 million in 2023: Ericsson
The total number of 5G subscriptions in India is expected to reach 130 million by 2023 and may grow to 860 million by 2029, according to a report. India's average data traffic per smartphone is the highest globally. 5G penetration is expected to have topped 11% in India by the end of 2023. India is seeing substantial 5G network deployments, and 5G subscriptions are estimated to account for 68% of mobile subscriptions in the region by the end of 2029. Despite this, 4G continues to be the dominant subscription type in the country.