Adani Group has yet to launch its private 5G network, despite acquiring spectrum for the service three years ago. According to sources, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued multiple notices to Adani Data Networks, a subsidiary of the Adani Group, seeking clarification for the delay, but has not received a response. “There is no such service being operational at the moment,” DoT sources confirmed.
Reports suggest that Adani Data Networks is considering surrendering the 5G spectrum it acquired in the 2022 auctions, although neither the company nor DoT has officially confirmed this. In July 2022, the company purchased 400 MHz of spectrum in the 26 GHz band for ₹212 crore, securing 100 MHz each in Gujarat and Mumbai, and 50 MHz each in Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. The original plan was to use this high-frequency spectrum to establish private networks for its businesses across ports, airports, power generation, and logistics. However, the group now believes that deploying the network may no longer be commercially viable.
Private 5G networks are secure, closed systems separate from the public internet, designed to connect a limited number of authorized devices within a specific geographic area. These networks provide enhanced data control, security, and customization, making them ideal for industries like manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics. For example, a private 5G network could be deployed in a large automobile manufacturing facility, ensuring seamless connectivity tailored to its specific operational needs.
