Abhay Karandikar Appointed As Secretary Of Department Of Science & Technology: Expert In Frugal 5G Networks And Telecom Policy
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Director of Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, Abhay Karandikar as the Secretary of the Department of Science & Technology. Karandikar will assume the post until he reaches the age of 60 or until further orders, as stated by the ACC.
Abhay Karandikar, an expert in wireless communication, has been appointed as the Secretary of the Department of Science & Technology.
Karandikar developed the concept of a “frugal 5G network” to provide affordable rural broadband connectivity.
He played a key role in setting up India’s telecom standards development body, the Telecom Standards Development Society of India (TSDSI).
Karandikar is a member of the Technology Innovation Group on 6G and chairs the 6G Spectrum Task Force.
Contributions to Telecom and Technology
Karandikar, the newly appointed Secretary of the Department of Science & Technology, has made significant contributions to the telecom and technology sectors. As a wireless communication expert, he introduced the concept of a “frugal 5G network” that aims to provide affordable broadband connectivity in rural areas. His expertise and contributions have been included in national-level telecom policies.
Leadership in Telecom Standards and 6G Development
Karandikar has been actively involved in the development of telecom standards in India. He led the establishment of the Telecom Standards Development Society of India (TSDSI) and served as its founding member and chairman. The TSDSI is now a part of the Global Standards Collaboration and the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP).
Furthermore, Karandikar has been appointed as a member of the Technology Innovation Group on 6G and chairs the 6G Spectrum Task Force. He envisions India as a leader in 6G technology development and believes that academia plays a crucial role in advancing research and developing technology components for 6G.
Conclusion
The appointment of Abhay Karandikar as the Secretary of the Department of Science & Technology highlights his expertise in wireless communication and his significant contributions to the telecom and technology sectors. With his leadership, India aims to advance in 6G technology development and bridge the digital divide by providing affordable broadband connectivity in rural areas.
