India's telecom equipment exports to 100+ countries reach $18.2bn, with growing presence in Western markets including the US.

India-made telecom equipment is now being exported to over 100 countries, with last year's exports worth over $18.2bn. Homegrown telecom companies are making their mark in Western countries, including the US, despite global competition. The Indian Army recently integrated its first indigenous chip-based 4G mobile base station, developed by local R&D firms, highlighting the nation's growing telecom sector strength.