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India's telecom sector continued its upward trajectory in August, with the number of active mobile subscribers reaching 1,086.18 million, representing approximately 93.07 per cent of the total 1,167.03 million wireless subscriber base. The data, released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India, highlights steady growth in mobile, broadband, and wireless services across urban and rural regions.
During the month, 15.05 million subscribers submitted requests for Mobile Number Portability (MNP), reflecting ongoing consumer demand for improved connectivity and services. The total number of wireless (mobile + fixed wireless access) subscribers grew from 1,171.91 million in July 2025 to 1,178.03 million in August 2025, marking a m