To conclude, how is Ericsson geared to deliver 3G equipment to operators in India?
Balaji: Ericsson is a global leader in 3G mobile technologies with more than 50% share of the worldwide 3G deployments. From that perspective, we have already built up resources and competencies to roll out 3G/HSPA networks in the country. Rollout of 3G/HSPA telecom networks in India will open a new revenue stream for the operators, enabling them offer an array of voice and data services to both rural and urban subscribers, reduce costs, and connect millions who have had no access to broadband. In addition, the ‘roaming’ community – the extra number of subscribers who move in / out of a network constantly will make that revenue stream further inviting. With almost 15 million 3G-enabled phones currently available in India, we expect that nearly 30 percent of all future handsets sold in the country that will be 3G enabled. Hence, by 2012, we foresee about 60-80 million mobile subscribers (in India) who will be 3G-enabled. In India, Ericsson has started the commercial roll out of the 3G n
