Archive · 25 Sep 2025
India Set to Partially Unlock Faster Wi-Fi Spectrum
India is working on making faster Wi-Fi available.
This new Wi-Fi uses a special radio frequency band called 6GHz, which is needed for new gadgets like the PlayStation 5 Pro and smart glasses.
The government is figuring out the rules to let people use this new Wi-Fi, but there are some debates on how strong the signal should be.
Some companies want stronger signals to improve their home internet, while others worry it might interfere with other important things like satellites.
The government is considering different rules for indoor and outdoor use, hoping to balance fast Wi-Fi with protecting other technology.
This new Wi-Fi is expected to be a big improvement.
India is preparing to partially open the 6GHz spectrum for faster Wi-Fi.
This spectrum is crucial for next-generation Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7.
Draft regulations propose different power levels for indoor and outdoor use.
Companies like Reliance Jio want higher-powered signals for improved home broadband.
Debates persist regarding signal strength and potential interference concerns.
- Who
- Indian government, industry experts, companies like Reliance Jio
- What
- Partial opening of the 6GHz Wi-Fi spectrum for faster Wi-Fi technology
- When
- Draft rules released in May, anticipated finalization soon
- Where
- India
- Why
- To enable next-generation Wi-Fi, support new devices, and boost broadband
Tech Companies
Reliance Jio
Signal Strength
Tech Companies
Wants the government to permit use within the suggested limits.
Reliance Jio
Specifically asked the government to allow higher-powered Wi-Fi signals outdoors.
- Spectrum Band
- 6GHz
- Key Technologies
- Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7
- Proposed Power Levels (Indoor)
- 5 dBm/MHz
- Proposed Power Levels (Outdoor)
- -5 dBm/MHz
- Government Goal
- To open the 6GHz band for Wi-Fi use