India Accelerates Indigenous AI-Native Telecom Technologies; Bids to Host ITU PP-30 Summit

India is taking a major leap toward global telecom leadership by spearheading the development of AI-native telecom technologies, aiming to shape future global standards. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has confirmed that premier Indian institutions like C-DoT, IITs, and various top R&D centers are actively designing next-generation AI-driven telecom networks, while influencing global protocols through bodies like ITU-T, ITU-R, and 3GPP.

India Leads the Charge in AI-Powered Telecom Evolution

At the ITU-T Focus Group meeting on AI-Native for Telecommunication Networks (FG-AINN), Sanjeev K. Bidwai, Member (Technology), DoT, emphasized India’s strategic vision for AI-integrated telecom. Citing the ITU-R M.2160 vision document, he noted that AI will be the cornerstone of future telecom networks, enabling:

Intelligent radio interface management
Autonomous systems
Real-time network orchestration
Immersive and personalized digital experiences
Integrated sensing and adaptive service delivery

“AI-native networks aren’t just technological innovations — they are strategic assets,” Bidwai added.

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India’s Competitive Edge in AI-Telecom Innovation

With its vast telecom user base and a thriving startup ecosystem, India offers an unparalleled testing ground for AI-native solutions. Bidwai credited India’s advantage to its:

Expanding digital infrastructure
Progressive AI and data governance policies
Government-led initiatives like Digital India and BharatNet

He also highlighted a key collaboration between IIT Jodhpur and C-DoT, where teams are building AI frameworks for automated network diagnostics and real-time management, compliant with Open RAN (ORAN) standards. India is also exploring AI-powered digital twin technology for smarter telecom infrastructure planning.

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🤝 India Eyes Global Leadership in Telecom Policy and Standards

India has formally proposed to host the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2030 (PP-30) and seeks continued membership in the ITU Council (2027–2031). Additionally, India is backing M. Revathi — a trailblazing nominee to become the first woman and first Asia-Pacific candidate to lead the ITU Radiocommunication Bureau (2027–2030).

🧠 Why AI-Native Networks Matter

The FG-AINN, created in July 2024 by ITU-T Study Group 13, is focused on redefining the architecture of telecom systems by embedding AI at the core. The goal is to create networks that are:

Self-healing and self-optimizing
Highly resilient and adaptive
Capable of delivering seamless coverage, even in rural or disaster-prone areas

Use cases under development include smart cities, connected mobility, remote healthcare, and real-time disaster response systems.

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Global Voices Back AI in Telecom

In a special video message, Seizo Onoe, Director of ITU’s Telecommunication Standardisation Bureau, emphasized the transformative impact of AI-native automation on telecom performance, self-management, and real-time decision-making.
Atsuo Okuda, ITU Regional Director for Asia-Pacific, echoed similar views, calling for stronger collaboration frameworks to promote inclusive, secure, and high-performing telecom infrastructures across Asia and beyond.

Conclusion: India’s AI-Telecom Strategy is Global in Ambition

With its focus on AI-native telecom research, policy innovation, and global standardization, India is not only reshaping its digital landscape but also helping define the future of global telecommunications. From 5G and ORAN testbeds to ITU leadership, India’s AI telecom strategy is well-positioned to create a global ripple effect in the years to come.

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