Day: September 3, 2026

Satellite Broadband

India Considers ‘Rip and Replace’ of Huawei, ZTE Telecom Equipment; Airtel and Vodafone Idea Could Face Costs of Up to $3 Billion

September 3, 2026
Airtel
Vodafone Idea

Summary:India is assessing whether legacy Huawei and ZTE telecom equipment should be removed from existing networks under a potential “rip and replace” programme. The DoT is collecting information on the equipment still in use and the replacement costs, with the MHA evaluating the proposal’s financial impact. Industry estimates suggest replacing Chinese hardware and software in […]