India Hosts SATRC-25: Minister Scindia Highlights India's Role as the Voice of the Global South
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | 25th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators' Council (SATRC-25) |
| Inauguration | Inaugurated by Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, in New Delhi |
| Keynote Highlights by Scindia | Emphasized India's role as "Voice of the Global South" and called for collaborative, secure, and standards-driven telecom policies |
| India's Digital Growth | 1.2 billion telephones, 970 million internet users; digital economy growing rapidly (projected to reach 20% by 2026-27) |
| Focus Areas | Digital inclusivity, sustainable infrastructure, consumer protection, innovation in regulation |
| Objectives and Discussions | Knowledge sharing, regional cooperation, and policy harmonization for sustainable growth |