- Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia chaired the CEO Round Table on the Future of Telecom at India Mobile Congress 2026. - Discussions focused on advancing indigenous telecom manufacturing, 5G applications, and early preparation for 6G technologies. - Emphasis was placed on public-private collaboration to bolster India's position as a global telecommunications and technology hub. - **India Mobile Congress (IMC):** Asia's largest telecommunications, media, and technology forum, jointly organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) to showcase innovation and policy dialogues. - **Ministry of Communications:** The Union Government ministry responsible for formulating policies, licensing, and coordinating telecommunication and postal services across India via the Department of Telecommunications and Department of Posts. **Introduction** Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia chaired the CEO Round Table on the Future of Telecom at the India Mobile Congress 2026, engaging industry leaders on advancing indigenous manufacturing, next-generation 5G/6G deployment, and strengthening India's digital communications ecosystem. **Core Issue and Detailed Points** - Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia chaired the CEO Round Table on the Future of Telecom at India Mobile Congress 2026. - Discussions focused on advancing indigenous telecom manufacturing, 5G applications, and early preparation for 6G technologies. - Emphasis was placed on public-private collaboration to bolster India's position as a global telecommunications and technology hub. **Key Statutory Bodies, Acts & Concepts** - **India Mobile Congress (IMC):** Asia's largest telecommunications, media, and technology forum, jointly organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) to showcase innovation and policy dialogues. - **Ministry of Communications:** The Union Government ministry responsible for formulating policies, licensing, and coordinating telecommunication and postal services across India via the Department of Telecommunications and Department of Posts.