Hyderabad, Dec 31 (UNI) India’s broadband subscriber base crossed the landmark figure of 1 billion (100 crore) in November 2025, according to data released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Wednesday. The achievement marks a significant milestone in the country’s digital journey.
Over the last decade, broadband subscriptions in India have increased more than six fold.
The total number of broadband subscribers stood at 131.49 million (13.15 crore) at the end of November 2015, which has now grown to 1 billion (100.37 crore) by the end of November 2025.
The sharp rise in broadband adoption reflects the rapid expansion of digital infrastructure, increased smartphone penetration, and growing demand for internet-based services across urban and rural areas.
TRAI officials noted that this growth underscores India’s emergence as one of the world’s largest digital markets and highlights the success of initiatives aimed at improving connectivity nationwide.
