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PM Modi launches IMC 2026, declares 5G now available in every Indian district
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🗓 08 Oct 2026, 04:16 PM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the IMC 2026 event, announcing that 5G networks now cover all districts across India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally opened the IMC 2026 programme today, marking the start of a high‑profile gathering focused on technology and innovation. The ceremony, attended by senior officials and industry leaders, underscored the government's push to showcase India's digital progress.
During his address, Modi announced that 5G connectivity has been extended to every district in the country, a milestone that he said will bridge the urban‑rural digital divide. He highlighted that the network rollout is now complete across all 736 districts, enabling faster data speeds and new services for citizens.
The nationwide 5G coverage is part of the broader Digital India agenda, aimed at fostering growth in sectors such as education, health, agriculture and manufacturing. Officials noted that the expanded network will support emerging technologies like IoT, AI and smart city initiatives.
IMC 2026 is expected to host a series of conferences, exhibitions and workshops that will bring together domestic and international stakeholders to discuss the future of connectivity and digital transformation in India.
During his address, Modi announced that 5G connectivity has been extended to every district in the country, a milestone that he said will bridge the urban‑rural digital divide. He highlighted that the network rollout is now complete across all 736 districts, enabling faster data speeds and new services for citizens.
The nationwide 5G coverage is part of the broader Digital India agenda, aimed at fostering growth in sectors such as education, health, agriculture and manufacturing. Officials noted that the expanded network will support emerging technologies like IoT, AI and smart city initiatives.
IMC 2026 is expected to host a series of conferences, exhibitions and workshops that will bring together domestic and international stakeholders to discuss the future of connectivity and digital transformation in India.