LSAs are the pillars for implementing the policies of Department of Telecom on ground level and towards that end, it is heartening to note that LSAs are doing appreciable work. For instance, in 5G rollout LSAs have worked in close coordination with State Government for Right of Way permissions and facilitating Telecom Service providers. This has helped in India witnessing the fastest 5G rollout in the World.
Our Country is undergoing a rapid digital transformation that is reshaping the economy and ensuring wellbeing of the people. With new technologies such as 5G, 6G, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented/Virtual Reality (AR/VR), India is poised to unlock new opportunities for growth and innovation. Further, Cyber security, Startup ecosystem, skill development etc. are important frontiers where Department has an important role to play.
I am sure that in this transformative age of technology, LSAs will keep performing with their high team spirit.
Telecommunications is the backbone of modern society, enabling seamless communication that transcends geographical boundaries. The sector has witnessed exponential growth over the last few years and currently India is the world’s second largest telecom market in terms of subscriber base.
The Government is steadfast in its commitment to further the outreach of telecom and information technology sectors to achieve the goal of digital empowerment . Department’s focus has been on creating a conducive environment for telecom service providers and other stakeholders, and reducing the compliance burden, so as to enable the industry to flourish leading to improved well-being of the people of India.
We are indeed today at an extremely crucial phase of the revolution happening in Indian telecommunications where we aim for a technology driven transformation by fully harnessing the tremendous potential of telecommunications in order to leapfrog towards a brighter future. I am sure that with the present renewed focus on strengthening our telecommunications sector, we would soon be able to achieve our objective of inclusive growth.
Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) is an online platform available to the citizens 24×7 to lodge their grievances to the public authorities on any subject related to service delivery. It is a single portal connected to all the Ministries/Departments of Government of India and States.
For curbing illegal telecom operations, which pose threat to National Security in addition to loss to government exchequer, Department of Telecommunications (DoT) operates a Call Centre for registering international call received with Invalid CLI (either No CLI or Domestic/Local CLI). Citizens may report receipt of such international calls on 1800110420/1963.
Know Your Mobile (KYM) facility for verification of International Equipment Identity Register (IMEI) of Mobile Device is available for the citizens. Through KYM, the validity of our mobile device can be checked even before buying it. IMEI is written on the mobile packaging box.
It has come to the notice of Department of Telecommunications (DOT) that some unscrupulous companies/ agencies/ individuals cheat general public and collect money by promising them hefty monthly rental etc. in the name of installation of Mobile Towers.
WHO recommended that “National authorities should adopt international standards to protect their citizens against adverse levels of RF fields. They should restrict access to areas where exposure limits may be exceeded.”
Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications has notified “Indian Telegraph (Amendment) Rules” in Gazette of India vide G.S.R. 1131(E) PART XI" on 5th September 2017 which prescribes for Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecommunication Equipment.
Grant of Infrastructure Provider category-I registration.Sale/rent of international Roaming SIM/Global Calling Cards of Foreign Operators in India.
National Telecom Policy – 2012 recognizes that the evolution from analog to digital technology has facilitated the conversion of voice, data and video to the digital form.
Today on 10/12/2025, UL-ISP- class B license was issued to M/s CSS IT INFRA & TELECOM PRIVATE LIMITED on 10/12/2025. On this
Addl. DGT, HP LSA Visits Samriddh Gram Panchayat Bali-Chowki, Mandi On 10.12.2025, Shri Anil Kumar Gupta, Additional Director General of Telecommunications (Addl.
Today on 10/12/2025, UL-ISP- class B license was issued to M/s CSS IT INFRA &
Addl. DGT, HP LSA Visits Samriddh Gram Panchayat Bali-Chowki, Mandi On 10.12.2025, Shri Anil Kumar
During West Zone Security Conf. held at Goa on 03.09.25, 8 Districts (Rank 1 in states) were awarded by DoT for their performance in recovery of stolen mobile devices traced on CEIR. Districts: Mandla, Bhilwara, Raipur, Anand, Satara, Daman, Brihan Mumbai City, North Goa.
No. of Towers
837
Total M2M Registrations
PM-WANI hotspots
Village covered
No. of 5G BTSs
Last updated - 11-02-2025
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