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Time of India
12-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India Working on Indigenous AI-Powered Telecom Technologies: DoT Official
HighlightsSanjeev K. Bidwai, Member (Technology) of the Department of Telecommunications, emphasized that artificial intelligence will be a foundational technology for future networks, enabling services such as immersive experiences and autonomous operations. India's expanding artificial intelligence startup ecosystem, supported by a conducive policy framework, positions the country as a global leader in the development of AI-native telecommunications networks. Institutions like the Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur, in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Telematics, are working on AI frameworks for automated network management, including a real-time 5G testbed compliant with Open Radio Access Network standards. Artificial intelligence will serve as a foundational technology for future networks, with AI-native systems enabling new services like immersive experiences, autonomous operations and integrated sensing, a DoT official has said. Sanjeev K. Bidwai, Member (Technology), Department of Telecommunications , on Wednesday said institutions like C-DoT , IITs and other leading R&D centers are working on indigenous AI-powered telecom technologies , actively contributing to international standards through platforms like ITU-T, ITU-R and 3GPP. "According to ITU-R's vision document M.2160, AI will be a key enabler for future networks, from intelligent radio interface management to cross-domain orchestration and personalised service delivery. " AI native networks will not only manage complexity but will unlock new service frontiers, immersive digital experiences, autonomous systems, integrated sensing and on-demand slicing for multi-tasks. This evolution is not just technological, it is strategic," he said. India is home to one of the world's largest and most dynamic telecom markets, offering a rich and diverse testing ground for AI native solutions, Bidwai said during the 3rd meeting of the ITU-T focus group on AI native for telecommunication networks here. India's expanding AI startup ecosystem, backed by a supportive policy framework in AI, data governance and digital public infrastructure, makes it ready and a true global leader in shaping the future of AI native networks. "IIT Jodhpur, in partnership with the Centre for Development of Telematics (CDOT), is developing AI frameworks for automated network management for detection and diagnostics. "This includes establishing a real-time 5G and beyond testbed compliant with ORAN standards. Further, DOT has signed a letter of intent with ITU to explore AI-driven digital twin technologies for infrastructure planning," Bidwai said. He said DoT is positioning India at the forefront of AI native networking, fostering innovation and contributing to the evaluation of intelligent autonomous telecommunication networks.
India Gazette
12-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
AI-Native Telecom Networks take centre stage at International Telecommunication Union Focus Group meeting
New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): As part of the ongoing efforts to explore the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) native in telecommunication network, the third meeting of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-T) Focus Group on Artificial Intelligence Native for Telecommunication Networks (FG-AINN) was inaugurated in New Delhi on Wednesday, Ministry of Communications said in a press release. This ITU event is being organised by the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), technical arm of Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Addressing at the inaugural session of the three-day event, Sanjeev Bidwai, Member (T), DCC, emphasised that AI-Native Networks (AI-NN) represent a fundamental shift in telecom design. He noted the growing role of AI in Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) standards, enabling intelligent orchestration across domains. Bidwai highlighted India's ongoing efforts in this space, including national initiatives like 'Bharat Gen'-India's first indigenously developed, government-funded, AI-based Multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) for Indian languages, as well as other projects led by IITs and CDOT in AI-based network automation and digital twins. He also emphasised the importance of deploying AI in an ethical, inclusive, and secure manner, highlighting the need for explainability, digital sovereignty, and the evolution of regulatory frameworks. In a video address, Seizo Onoe, Director of the Telecommunication Standardisation Bureau, ITU, underscored the potential of AI-native networks to deliver next-generation performance through intelligent automation, self-management, and real-time optimisation. Atsuo Okuda, ITU Regional Director for Asia-Pacific, highlighted the region's pivotal role as a digital innovation hub, emphasising that AI-native networks are essential to building smart, secure, and responsive communication systems. She drew attention to the need for collaborative frameworks to bridge the digital divide and power emerging use cases in smart cities, healthcare, and education. During the event, India sought support of ITU members for its bid to host the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2030 (PP-30), continued membership in the forthcoming ITU Council (2027-2031) and for Indian Nominee, M Revathi, as the first woman and first Regional candidate for Director of the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau (2027-30). The event witnessed participation of Niraj Verma, Administrator (DBN), Rudra Narayan Palai, Member (Designate), DoT, Deb Kumar Chakrabarty, Member (Designate), DoT, Shubhendu Tiwari, Advisor (Technology), Rajkumar Upadhyay, CEO, C-DOT, Tripti Saxena, Senior DDG, TEC and other senior officers of DoT, academicians, technologists, and industry representatives from India and abroad. This event marks a significant milestone in shaping the future of AI-native telecommunication networks, with the potential to revolutionise the global communications landscape. As AI continues to evolve, the work done by the Focus Group will be instrumental in laying the groundwork for more intelligent, adaptive, and efficient networks. (ANI)
Hans India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Telecom networks in future will use AI: DoT official
New Delhi: The telecom networks in the future will use Artificial intelligence (AI), representing a fundamental shift in telecom design, a senior Department of Telecommunications (DoT) official said on Wednesday. Addressing the inaugural session of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU-T) Focus Group meeting here, Sanjeev Bidwai, Member (Technology), DoT, noted the growing role of AI in third generation partnership project (3GPP) standards, enabling intelligent orchestration across domains. Bidwai highlighted India's ongoing efforts in this space, including national initiatives like 'Bharat Gen'-India's first indigenously developed, government-funded, AI-based Multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) for Indian languages, as well as other projects led by IITs and CDOT in AI-based network automation and digital twins. He also emphasised the importance of deploying AI in an ethical, inclusive, and secure manner, highlighting the need for explainability, digital sovereignty, and the evolution of regulatory frameworks. In a video address, Seizo Onoe, Director of the Telecommunication Standardization Bureau, ITU, underscored the potential of AI-native networks to deliver next-generation performance through intelligent automation, self-management, and real-time optimisation. Atsuo Okuda, ITU Regional Director for Asia-Pacific, highlighted the region's pivotal role as a digital innovation hub, emphasising that AI-native networks are essential to building smart, secure, and responsive communication systems. She drew attention to the need for collaborative frameworks to bridge the digital divide and power emerging use cases in smart cities, healthcare, and education. During the event, India sought support of ITU members for its bid to host the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2030 (PP-30), continued membership in the forthcoming ITU Council (2027-2031) and for Indian nominee, M. Revathi, as the first woman and first regional candidate for Director of the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau (2027–30). This event marks a significant milestone in shaping the future of AI-native telecommunication networks, with the potential to revolutionize the global communications landscape, said the Ministry of Communications.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India working on indigenous AI-powered telecom technologies: DoT official
New Delhi: Artificial intelligence will serve as a foundational technology for future networks, with AI-native systems enabling new services like immersive experiences, autonomous operations and integrated sensing, a DoT official has said. Sanjeev K Bidwai, Member (Technology), Department of Telecommunications , on Wednesday said institutions like C-DoT, IITs and other leading R&D centres are working on indigenous AI-powered telecom technologies , actively contributing to international standards through platforms like ITU-T, ITU-R and 3GPP. "According to ITU-R's vision document M.2160, AI will be a key enabler for future networks, from intelligent radio interface management to cross-domain orchestration and personalised service delivery. " AI native networks will not only manage complexity but will unlock new service frontiers, immersive digital experiences, autonomous systems, integrated sensing and on-demand slicing for multi-tasks. This evolution is not just technological, it is strategic," he said. India is home to one of the world's largest and most dynamic telecom markets, offering a rich and diverse testing ground for AI native solutions, Bidwai said during the 3rd meeting of the ITU-T focus group on AI native for telecommunication networks here. India's expanding AI startup ecosystem, backed by a supportive policy framework in AI, data governance and digital public infrastructure, makes it ready and a true global leader in shaping the future of AI native networks. "IIT Jodhpur, in partnership with the Centre for Development of Telematics (CDOT), is developing AI frameworks for automated network management for detection and diagnostics. "This includes establishing a real-time 5G and beyond testbed compliant with ORAN standards. Further, DOT has signed a letter of intent with ITU to explore AI-driven digital twin technologies for infrastructure planning," Bidwai said. He said DoT is positioning India at the forefront of AI native networking, fostering innovation and contributing to the evaluation of intelligent autonomous telecommunication networks.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NDCC administrator: Focus on recovery & transparency
Nashik: With a clear mandate to revitalize the Nashik District Central Cooperative (NDCC) bank, newly appointed administrator Santosh Bidwai wasted no time in outlining his strategy, prioritizing loan recovery from defaulters and signalling the imminent auctioning of properties. Bidwai, who also serves as the divisional deputy registrar, has been entrusted by state govt with the responsibility of revitalizing the bank. His appointment follows the resignation of the previous administrator Pratapsinh Chavan. Bidwai is expected to spearhead efforts to restore the bank's financial health and reputation. "I will engage with both loan defaulters and investors to assure that the process would be conducted transparently, in the interest of the bank and its investors," he said. He also emphasised the importance of conducting the recovery process by implementing necessary measures in the coming month and seeking the required permissions for property auctions to recover outstanding money from defaulters. "This approach aims to boost investor confidence and attract more investment, which will help the rotation of money in the bank. The bank will get business, thus earn some money and help retain the banking licence that is now at the mercy of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) following an outstanding of over Rs2,200 crore," said Bidwai. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads Get Rates Undo Retaining the banking licence is of utmost importance, and Bidwai plans to seek state govt's assistance wherever needed. "I will follow up with the govt to get a new one-time settlement scheme that aligns with the needs of the farmers, encouraging them to repay the loans and help the bank recover some of the losses. The bank will also follow up with state govt for the share capital it requires to function properly," he said. Bidwai said his target was the circulation of funds in the bank and added that he was confident that investors and defaulters would cooperate.
