India raises 5G BTS radiation limit to 10 W/m² next month
TL;DR: India will raise the permitted power density for 5G base tower stations to 10 watts per square metre from 5 watts per square metre next month, aligning the limit with the global standard.
India will raise the permitted electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation limit for 5G base tower stations (BTS) to 10 watts per square metre from 5 watts per square metre next month. The change doubles the current permitted power density for 5G tower sites.
The revised limit aligns India’s 5G radiation rule with the global standard cited in the report. The report identifies the change specifically as a revision to EMF rules for 5G BTS infrastructure in India.
According to the report, the higher permitted power density will help 5G signals travel longer distances. The report says this could allow service providers to extend coverage from each site and reduce network expansion costs.
Relevant questions
What is India’s new 5G radiation limit for base tower stations?
India’s revised limit is 10 watts per square metre for 5G base tower stations. That is double the current 5 watts per square metre limit.
When will India’s revised 5G EMF rules take effect?
The revised EMF rules will take effect next month, according to the report. The source does not provide a more specific date in the excerpt.
Why did India change the 5G BTS power density limit?
The report says the higher limit will let signals travel longer distances. It says this could help operators extend coverage from each site and lower network expansion costs.
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