New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- India is moving to formalize rules for Wi-Fi offloading, including the use of the 6GHz band for the purpose, to ensure seamless mobile connectivity, according to documents seen by Mint.

For users, this would mean smartphones would automatically redirect a portion of data traffic from cellular networks to nearby Wi-Fi networks when available-including hotspots under the PM-WANI (Prime Minister Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) scheme-without interrupting calls, SMS, or applications.

This will help reduce congestion on crowded mobile networks, improve speed in indoor and high-traffic areas, and enable operators to use their limited mobile spectrum more efficiently, often without users noticing any change.

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