Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) in New Delhi on October 8, bringing together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss next-generation connectivity, digital innovation and secure access to technology.
Organised jointly by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), the event will run from October 7 to 10 at Yashobhoomi, with the inauguration scheduled for around 10 am on October 8. Under the theme “Scale Without Boundaries”, this year’s programme spans 5G and 6G, artificial intelligence networks, semiconductors and cybersecurity, while adding new areas such as smart mobility and industrial robotics.
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Four Key Pillars of IMC 2026
IMC 2026 is built on four core pillars:
- Srishti (Building the Future): Focuses on innovation and next-generation digital infrastructure.
- Samvardhan (Fueling Growth): Focuses on technology-led economic expansion.
- Sashakt (Expanding Opportunities): Drives inclusive digital access.
- Suraksha (Strengthening Trust): Promotes secure and resilient digital ecosystems.
The event will bring together global technology leaders, policymakers, industry experts, startups, investors, and innovators to explore emerging opportunities across the digital landscape.
Core Coverage and Sectors
The 2026 edition will cover nine established anchor sectors: 5G and 6G, next-generation AI networks, semiconductors, non-terrestrial networks, cybersecurity, quantum communication, enterprise transformation, circular economy and ESG, and electronics manufacturing.
Additionally, the event expands its scope to include four new domains: smart mobility, stadium experiences, industrial robotics, and transport technology.
Key Highlights and Agenda
Industry leaders from over 20 global telecom operators will gather to discuss the future of telecommunications. Key events on the agenda include:
- International 6G Symposium
- Satcom Summit
- Cybersecurity Summit
- Viksit Tech 47
- Startup World Cup
- Quantum Summit
- Leadership Roundtables
- Smart Mobility Summit
Background
First announced in 2017, the India Mobile Congress was created as the country’s flagship mobile internet and technology platform to bring together the national telecom and broader Information and Communications Technology (ICT) ecosystem. Its inaugural edition took place in September 2017 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, organized by the DoT alongside COAI and other key stakeholders.
