Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia, has constituted six distinct Stakeholders Advisory Committees (SACs) to provide valuable insights to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) on various matters pertaining to the sector. The Committees have been set up with the aim to facilitate a consistent two-way dialogue with government on matters related to telecommunication sector.
On 15th July 2024, Scindia chaired the first meeting of the two-day session of newly constituted SACs, whose members are top CEOs, academicians, researchers, entrepreneurs and industry thought leaders.
The Union Minister expressed his confidence with regard to the discussions and emphasized upon the importance of continuous engagement with industry leaders to drive technological advancements and policy reforms. “This initiative will go a long way to make India ‘Atmanirbhar’ and a global leader in field of Telecommunications. The insights and contributions from these esteemed committees will be invaluable in shaping policies that foster growth, innovation, and inclusivity”, he stated.
Met the Advisory Group comprising telecom OEMs. Deliberated on a range of issues to be tackled and addressed through collaborative intervention. Together, we are committed to build a robust telecom OEMs ecosystem in India, and thus, contribute to the government’s #MakeInIndia… pic.twitter.com/N3qkXKWzNp
— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) July 15, 2024
The three SAC meetings that took place on Monday included:
Satellite Communication Ecosystem
The Satellite Communication Ecosystem SAC focuses on the role of satellite technology in enhancing communication services, particularly in remote and underserved areas. This committee explores opportunities to expand satellite communication infrastructure, improve regulatory frameworks, and encourage private sector participation.
Telecom Sector Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
The Telecom Sector OEMs SAC aims to bolster the local manufacturing of telecom equipment and reduce dependency on imports. This committee focuses on promoting indigenous production, encouraging innovation, and removing bottlenecks for OEMs. The first meeting involved drawing up a charter w.r.t. policy priorities and resolving issues in the short and the medium terms. The objective is to nurture a robust telecom manufacturing ecosystem in India.
Telecom Electronics Ecosystem
The Telecom Electronics Ecosystem SAC addresses expansion of the footprint of telecom electronics and component manufacturing sector in India. This group works on strategies to enhance the production capabilities of electronic components and devices used in telecom networks. The initial meeting discussed measures to support local electronics manufacturing, resolve supply chain issues, and promote research and development in this critical area.
