India, Oct. 13 -- Over the past decade, India's digital economy has expanded significantly. However, several structural weaknesses remain, according to new findings presented by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025.

The GSMA report warns that, without timely intervention, India risks experiencing what it terms a "brain drain dividend", where the country's most talented individuals end up contributing to the growth of global competitors rather than fostering innovation domestically.

One of the most pressing challenges is the digital divide. The GSMA report highlights that 47% of Indians still lack internet access. Among the most concerning disparities is the gender gap in ...