New Delhi: The International Telecommunications Union – World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (ITU-WTSA 2024) concluded today with India emerging as a key player in influencing the future of global telecommunications. Through its proactive engagement, India successfully proposed groundbreaking resolutions and contributed to the modification of existing ones, receiving widespread support from member nations.
The closing ceremony saw the presence of distinguished leaders, including Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Minister of Communications & Development of North Eastern Region, ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, Dr. Neeraj Mittal, Secretary (T), Department of Telecommunications, Seizo Onoe, Director of the ITU Telecommunication Standardization Bureau (TSB), R R Mittar, Chair of WTSA-24, and Bilel Jamoussi, Secretary of WTSA-24.
In his address, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia highlighted the collaborative spirit of WTSA-24, stating, “This gathering has proven that when we collaborate with a common purpose, technology becomes a beacon of equity and progress. The path ahead is filled with challenges, yet offers ample opportunities to harness technology as a catalyst for positive change. India is ready to play its part in this shared journey and will champion international collaboration while actively contributing to the development of global standards.”
ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin echoed the significance of India’s contributions, quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi: “Let us keep the Honorable Prime Minister Modi’s words in mind as we transform WTSA outcomes into action. By keeping ‘the principles of security, dignity, and equity at the center of our efforts,’ we can continue our journey towards one shared digital future—one that is technically strong and built on a foundation of solid standards, innovation, and inclusion.”
Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, praised India’s leadership, noting, “Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has showcased its commitment to global leadership through strategic partnerships, groundbreaking research, and innovation-driven development, reaffirming its position at the forefront of the digital revolution.”
India’s influence at WTSA-24 underscores its growing role in shaping international telecommunications policy, with a focus on creating a more inclusive, secure, and equitable digital world. The event serves as a testament to India’s commitment to leading the way in global technology standards and fostering international cooperation.