India, Sept. 20 -- India is on an ambitious journey to achieve comprehensive digital inclusion and equitable broadband access for all citizens. However, the country's overall Internet density-comprising both narrowband and broadband connections-stands at approximately 69%, with rural connectivity notably lower at 45%.

Given India's demographic composition, this suggests that a substantial portion of the population remains digitally excluded, largely due to affordability constraints. The urban-rural digital divide has remained between 65% and 70% over the past four to five years, indicating limited progress and necessitating a critical reassessment of the current connectivity landscape.

India's broadband landscape remains predominantly m...