Indus Towers Limited, India’s leading provider of passive telecom infrastructure, has announced plans to expand beyond its home market, marking a significant step toward becoming a multinational enterprise.
At a meeting held on Tuesday, the company’s Board of Directors approved a strategic foray into Africa, beginning with Nigeria, Uganda, and Zambia. The move comes as part of Indus Towers’ long-term growth strategy to tap into high-potential emerging markets.
Prachur Sah, Managing Director & CEO of Indus Towers, described the decision as a transformative step.
“These markets offer attractive prospects for revenue diversification, operational scalability, and long-term value creation. The decision will leverage our strong financial base and anchor partnership with Bharti Airtel to establish a competitive presence across the region”, he said.
Sah added that the Board’s approval to enter international markets in Africa unlocks the company’s vision for long-term sustainable growth and value creation for its shareholders.
”By leveraging our expertise in delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions, we are well-positioned to differentiate ourselves in Africa’s fast-growing telecom market and emerge as the preferred tower company,” Sah added.
Indus Towers further indicated that its expansion aligns with the Government of India’s broader vision of encouraging domestic enterprises to go global.
Beyond the initial three countries, the company plans to explore opportunities in other African markets where Bharti Airtel already has an established footprint including Malawi.
The rollout remains subject to regulatory approvals and compliance with local laws, with further disclosures to be made as developments progress.
Indus Towers currently operates one of the world’s largest telecom tower portfolios, managing 251,773 towers across India’s 22 telecom circles. Known for its industry-first green energy initiatives, the company supports all wireless telecommunication service providers in India.
