New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- India's telecom exports have surged 72 per cent over the past five years, rising from Rs 10,000 crore in 2020-21 to Rs 18,406 crore in 2024-25, while imports have remained stable at around Rs 51,000 crore.

Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, stated this in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha, noting that the figures reflect India's growing self-reliance in the telecom sector.

Highlighting 5G progress, Scindia said that 767 out of 778 districts are now connected to the 5G network. India currently has 36 crore 5G subscribers, expected to rise to 42 crore by 2026 and reach 100 crore by 2030.

On satellite communications (SATCOM), the Minister emphasi...