India to host the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA)

September 27, 2024

India will host the World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) from 14th to 24th October 2024. This is a major event, and it will be the first time it is held in Asia. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has started Outreach Sessions across big cities to help students learn more about telecom standards and innovations by connecting them with industry experts.

What is WTSA 2024?

WTSA is an important global conference held every four years, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). More than 190 countries participate in the event. WTSA sets the global rules for telecommunication standards, which are crucial for current technologies like 5G and upcoming ones like 6G. By hosting WTSA 2024, India shows how it is becoming more influential in the world of telecommunications.

What are the Outreach Sessions?

Outreach Sessions have been organized in cities like Delhi, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, where more than 500 students took part. In these sessions, experts from ITU, universities, and the telecom industry explain why telecom standards are so important. These standards help different telecom systems work together smoothly and support innovation worldwide.

Why are the Outreach Sessions important for students?

These sessions give students a deeper understanding of how telecom standards will shape India’s leadership in this field. They also help students see how they can contribute to future advancements in technologies like 5G and 6G.

What is the 5G-6G Hackathon?

After the outreach sessions, the DoT launched the 5G-6G Hackathon 2024. This competition encourages participants from different sectors to come up with innovative ideas and solutions for India’s specific needs. The goal is to create new 5G and 6G applications that will benefit the country.