Government relaxes EMF rules for 5G networks in India

The government has relaxed electromagnetic field rules for 5G networks, allowing telecom operators to cover more areas with fewer base stations, thus reducing costs and the carbon footprint. The revised rules increase the power density requirement for 5G base tower stations from 1W to 5W per square metre, allowing signals to travel longer distances. However, these rules are still more stringent than global guidelines. The new rules will come into effect on
February 1, 2025.