Major telecom operators have confirmed accelerated plans to extend 5G coverage into a wider set of tier-2 cities, a move being celebrated by tech enthusiasts eager for faster connectivity outside major metros. However, the announcement has also triggered a wave of mixed reactions online.
Several residents in cities already included in earlier rollout phases have taken to social media complaining of inconsistent coverage, with signal strength varying dramatically between neighborhoods. Telecom companies acknowledge the gaps, attributing them to ongoing tower installation work.
Local businesses in these cities, particularly those in tech-enabled sectors like remote work hubs and e-commerce fulfillment, say improved connectivity could be a major boost once coverage stabilizes. Officials from the telecom sector maintain that full stabilization is expected within the next few billing cycles.
The rollout has become a talking point across tech forums, with users actively comparing coverage maps and speed test results city by city.
