The dynamics of the telecom sector is poised to undergo a significant shift as the next generation networks see a passageway into the enterprise sector massively contributing to Industry 4.0 and digital economy. 5G-Advanced architecture is likely to drive telecom networks in coming years. India is making a headstart in 6G technology, which is set to redefine the future of communications, enabling artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to become mainstream, with ambitions to contribute in standards and patents.