DigiCom

Overview

Digital India is at the forefront of transforming the nation into a leading global economy by enhancing connectivity, improving public services and driving sustainable economic growth. This visionary initiative is fostering an inclusive business environment that nurtures partnerships and accelerates innovation across industries. Besides unlocking new opportunities for technological advancements, Digital India is also creating a dynamic platform for collaboration, enabling groundbreaking innovations that are propelling the nation toward a digitally inclusive society.

Join us as we delve into this transformative initiative, which is also playing a vital role in creating extensive livelihood opportunities, empowering communities and positioning India as a premier digital economy. The event will focus on digital infrastructure bridging the digital divide and driving equitable growth, ensuring that technological progress reaches and uplifts every section of society, as the backbone of a truly "Viksit Bharat".

Enhanced Connectivity

Telecom Industry’s focus on expanding digital connectivity is playing a pivotal role in bridging the digital divide across India. By extending high-speed internet access to rural and underserved areas, millions of individuals now have the opportunity to engage in communication, education and livelihood activities that were previously out of reach, unlocking new opportunities for growth and development.

Make in India

Robust digital infrastructure is a key enabler of economic growth, driving the expansion of e-commerce, digital payments, and online services. By fostering a more connected and inclusive business environment, it opens new avenues for job creation and supports the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Digital infrastructure, therefore, plays a vital role in empowering businesses, fuelling innovation, and supporting the vision of Make in India

Livelihood

Digital platforms are transforming access to education and skill development, especially for individuals in remote areas. Through e-learning and digital classrooms, people across India can now access high-quality education, regardless of their geographic location. These digital solutions not only empower individuals with knowledge and skills but also enhance their employability, opening up new livelihood opportunities and driving inclusive growth.

Citizen Empowerment

E-governance initiatives are revolutionizing the accessibility and efficiency of government services. By leveraging digital infrastructure, these initiatives streamline processes, enhance transparency and reduce leakages, ensuring that public benefits are delivered directly to the intended recipients. This shift towards digital governance empowers citizens, making services more accessible, accountable and responsive to their needs.

Innovation & Startups

A strong digital infrastructure is a catalyst for innovation, offering startups and entrepreneurs a platform to develop and scale new technologies. By facilitating access to resources, markets and networks, it attracts investment and talent, driving the growth of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. This, in turn, contributes to the overall economic development of the country, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation and sustainable growth.

COAI in association with Voice&Data is organising a full day conference on “Empowering Viksit Bharat” on 17th January 2025.

Key Objective

Knowledge Sharing

The exchange of expertise, insights, and best practices, driving innovation and continuous improvement across industries and sectors.

Market Insights

A deep understanding of industry trends, consumer behaviour, and competitive dynamics, enabling businesses to make informed decisions.

Problem Solving

Identifying challenges, analysing their root causes, and developing effective solutions to overcome obstacles.

Innovation

Transforming creative ideas into impactful solutions, driving progress, improving efficiencies, and creating new opportunities.

Program

Time	Sessions
09:00 – 10:00 AM	Welcome & Registration
10:00 – 10:05 AM	Lamp Lighting Ceremony
10:05 – 10:10 AM	Welcome by Lt. Gen. Dr. S.P. Kochhar, Director General, COAI
10:10–10:13 AM	Address by Mr. Rahul Vatts, Chief Regulatory Officer, Bharti Airtel & Vice Chairperson, COAI
10:13 – 10:16 AM	Address by Mr. Abhijit Kishore, Chief Operating Officer, Vodafone Idea & Chairperson, COAI
10:16 – 10:30 AM	Inaugural Address Chief Guest Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Hon’ble Union Minister for Communications
10:30 – 10:32 AM	Vote of Thanks Mr. Pradeep Gupta, Chairman, CyberMedia Group
11:00 – 12:00 PM	Keynote Address Shri Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman, TRAI Keynote Address Mr. Tarun Chhabra, SVP and India Country Head, Nokia Panel Discussion: Towards a Digitally Viksit Bharat - Policy & Regulatory Perspective Mr. Rahul Vatts, Chief Regulatory Officer, Bharti Airtel and Vice Chairperson, COAI Mr. Ashok Kumar Tiwari, President - Regulatory and Policy, Reliance Jio Ms. Ambika Khurana, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Affairs Officer, Vodafone Idea Mr. Savjit S. Soin, Deputy Director General - Regulatory, COAI Moderated by: Mr. Anuj Sidharth, Director – Marketing & Corporate Communications, MediaTek
12:05 – 12:50 PM	Panel Discussion: Towards a Digitally Viksit Bharat- Technology Perspective Shri V.J. Christopher, Wireless Advisor, WPC Mr. Randeep Sekhon, Chief Technology Officer, Bharti Airtel Col. Prashant Choudhary (Retd.), HCL Mr. Anku Jain, Managing Director, MediaTek India Mr. Vikram Tiwathia, Deputy Director General - Technology, COAI Moderated by: Mr. Rahul Hakeem, Partner, KPMG
12:55 – 13:30 PM	Round Table Discussion: Ease of Doing Business for Viksit Bharat Shri D. Manoj, Principal Advisor (F&EA), Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Dr. Kamal Kapoor, DDG, National Institute of Communication Finance, Government of India Dr. Jaijit Bhattacharya, President, Centre for Digital Economy Policy Research Moderated by: Mr. Debashish Chakraborty, Senior Director - Advocacy and Industry Engagement, GSMA
13:30 – 14:30 PM	Networking Lunch
14:30 – 15:00 PM	Panel Discussion: Navigating the Future: Evolution of ISPs in a Digital-First Era Dr. Satya N Gupta, Executive Chairman, Bluetown India Mr. Satyaprakash Singh, Chief Operating Officer, ONEOTT iNTERTAINMENT LTD Mr. Anand Sigh Chandel,General Manager (Value Added Business), RailTel Mr. Sujith Babu, Director - Enterprise & Govt., Ciena Moderated by: Mr. Shubhendu Parth, Editor, Voice&Data
15:05 – 16:00 PM	Keynote Address Mr. Rohit Sharma, Member (Services), Department of Telecommunications, Government of India Panel Discussion: Digital Connectivity: Impacting Livelihoods Mr. A. Gururaj, MD, Optiemus Electronics Limited Mr. Dilip Chenoy, Chairman, Bharat Web3 Association Mr. Abhay Savargaonkar, CTO - Global Sales, Cloud and Network Services, Nokia Col. Prashant Choudhary (Retd.), HCL Moderated by: Ms. Radhika Gupta, Sr. Director & Head of Data Acquisition, GSMA
16:00 PM	Closure of Event followed by Networking over Teas & Snacks