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Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI) had submitted recommendations to the government on “Rating of Buildings or Areas for Digital Connectivity” on February 20, 2023 to provide policy and regulatory trigger, for addressing the issue of quality of digital connectivity inside buildings. To know more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gzSubWG8 #TRAI #DigitalConnectivity #ConnectivityRatings #PropertyRatings #SmartInfrastructure #5GIndia #BuildingConnectivity #DigitalInfrastructure #TRAIRegulations #TelecomPolicy #SmartBuildings #ConnectedIndia #DigitalIndia #PropertyTech #RegulatoryUpdates #IndoorConnectivity #TechForDevelopment #SmartCitiesIndia #DigitalTransformation #ConnectivityStandards

++ BNET - Bahrain Network Completes Strategic Transfer of Zain Bahrain’s Fixed-Fiber Backhaul Network Assets ++ Bahrain Network (BNET), the national company responsible for providing fiber-based broadband networks in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has announced the strategic and successful transfer of Zain Bahrain’s fixed-fiber backhaul network assets. The agreement, a significant milestone, was signed on the 12th of December 2024. "This milestone reflects the importance of the ongoing collaboration between BNET and Zain Bahrain in enhancing the telecommunications sector in Bahrain. This agreement marks a significant step towards realising the government’s vision while further positioning Bahrain as a regional leader in telecommunications and technological innovation. We look forward to working alongside organisations in the sector as we aim to achieve this significant national objective." – Ahmed Alhogbani Aldoseri, CEO, BNET "We are proud to achieve this significant milestone that underscores our unwavering commitment to developing the Kingdom’s telecom sector per the government’s strategic goals. This step aims to enhance Bahrain’s standing as a key regional player while supporting its vision of achieving a progressive digital economy. Zain Bahrain has taken the initiative to ensure continuity and seamless transition without impacting its network and ability to continue providing exceptional services and a positive experience to its customers." – MOHAMMED ZAINALABEDIN, Managing Director, Zain Bahrain #techafricanews #middleeast #bahrain #fixed #fiber #backhaul #network #assets #seamless #transitions #milestone

The Bangladesh tower market presents promising opportunities for both domestic and international investors. With the country's increasing data consumption and the anticipated deployment of advanced technologies like 5G, there is an estimated need for 10,000 to 12,000 additional towers over the next six years. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬: - 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝: The demand for robust telecom infrastructure is rising, driven by a growing mobile subscriber base and higher data usage. - 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩:Currently, as per Index Partners recent report, 44% of towers are owned by mobile network operators (MNOs). Many MNOs are considering divesting their tower assets, creating opportunities for tower companies to acquire and lease back these assets. 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞: The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) will introduce the Infrastructure Sharing Act 2024, which aims to enhance efficiency and reduce redundancy in the telecom infrastructure sector. Key features include: - 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠:Operators must share their tower infrastructure with other licensed operators, fostering a more collaborative environment. - 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭:BTRC will regulate the pricing and terms of sharing agreements to ensure fairness and transparency. - 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥: The Act may introduces provisions for the neutral host model, allowing independent companies to own and manage telecom infrastructure, which can then be leased to multiple MNOs. This model promotes competition and reduces redundancy. 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: - 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:The growth of the tower market will create jobs in construction, maintenance, and related services. - 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬:Enhanced connectivity will drive growth in various sectors, contributing to the overall economic development of Bangladesh. EDOTCO Group

Bharati Prasar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is an Indian state-owned telecommunications company, known for its comprehensive range of telecom services and solutions. It plays a crucial role in providing telecommunications infrastructure in India, especially in rural and remote areas. Here’s an overview of the organization: Overview of BSNL 1. Foundation and Establishment: Founded: October 1, 2000 (as a public sector company). Headquarters: New Delhi, India. BSNL was formed by the merger of the Department of Telecom Services and the Department of Telecom Operations under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India. 2. Key Objectives: To provide reliable telecommunications services across India. To ensure connectivity in rural and remote areas, contributing to the digital inclusion of all citizens. To enhance the overall telecommunications infrastructure in the country. 3. Core Activities: Telecom Services: BSNL offers a wide range of services, including landline, mobile, broadband, and digital TV services. Network Infrastructure: The company is responsible for the maintenance and operation of a vast network of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optics and satellite communication. Value-Added Services: BSNL provides various value-added services, including internet services, data services, and cloud computing solutions. 4. Product Portfolio: BSNL’s offerings include: Mobile Services: 2G, 3G, 4G, and broadband mobile services. Landline Services: Fixed-line telephony services for residential and business customers. Broadband Services: High-speed internet connectivity through DSL and fiber optic technology. Enterprise Solutions: Services tailored for businesses, including leased lines, virtual private networks (VPN), and data center services. 5. Rural Connectivity: BSNL is particularly focused on enhancing telecom connectivity in rural and underserved regions, bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas. The company has implemented various schemes to provide affordable and accessible telecom services in these regions. 6. Technological Advancements: BSNL is committed to adopting new technologies and has been actively upgrading its network infrastructure to provide advanced services. The company is working towards expanding its 5G network and enhancing its broadband services through FTTH (Fiber to the Home) technology. 7. Career Opportunities: BSNL offers a range of career opportunities for engineers, technicians, and management professionals across various disciplines. Recruitment is conducted through competitive exams and interviews, focusing on hiring fresh graduates as well as experienced professionals. 8. Awards and Recognition: BSNL has received several awards for its contributions to the telecommunications sector and for excellence in service delivery.

Spot-on, Sunil Issac. Your post provides a clear and comprehensive overview of the growth potential in the Bangladesh tower market, supporting the "digital drive and life" for approximately 100 million people. Nowadays, connectivity is considered a "lifeline, not a luxury." Additionally, you emphasize the critical role of regulatory measures in shaping this sector effectively. In my opinion, TowerCo should not limit their operations to merely building towers. Instead, they should evolve into true "neutral hosts," incorporating services such as Active-DAS, RAN Sharing (including Open RAN), BTS hotels, private 5G solutions for enterprises, 5G corridors, and fiber networks. These practices are already well-established in many countries and regions globally. I hope the upcoming Infrastructure Sharing Act 2024 will encompass some of these advanced solutions, contributing to the formation of a truly digital Bangladesh. Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC)

🌟 2024: A quantum leap in India’s digital infrastructure revolution 🌟 We are proud to announce that Mr. Manoj Kumar Singh , Director General of the DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROVIDERS ASSOCIATION (DIPA), has been featured in tele.net for his visionary thought leadership column on India's transformative telecom journey in 2024. Key Highlights from the Article: 📈 Telecom's Economic Impact: 6.5% contribution to GDP and a projected $69.62 billion market value by 2029. 🌐 Connectivity Milestones: Over 8.14 lakh towers, 41.9 lakh km of fiber optic cable, and 99% 4G coverage in 6+ lakh villages. 📜 Policy Renaissance: Telecommunications Act 2023 & RoW Rules 2024 modernizing infrastructure deployment and security. ⚡ PLI Scheme Success: Over ₹50,000 crore in sales and a 60% reduction in import dependency. 💡 5G Leadership: Rapid deployment with over 4.6 lakh 5G BTSs and ambitious strides toward 6G development. 🏙️ Cross-Sectoral Integration: Smart Cities, BharatNet, and rural connectivity initiatives bridging the digital divide. As we head into 2025, India is poised to lead the global digital revolution with a focus on innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability. 🔗 Read more about India's Quantum Leap in Digital Infrastructure in Tele.net. Department of Telecommunications ( DOT ) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI) Department of Telecommunications ( DOT ) National Broadband Mission #DigitalIndia #TelecomLeadership #DIPA #Innovation #5G #DigitalTransformation https://lnkd.in/gufEjggW

All about ICR , Recently launched by Indian Government Intra-Circle Roaming (ICR) in India allows mobile subscribers to use another operator’s network within the same telecom circle when their own operator’s coverage is limited. A significant enhancement is the integration of government-funded telecom towers under initiatives like the Digital Bharat Nidhi scheme to boost rural connectivity. 1. Government Initiative: • Digital Bharat Nidhi is a scheme aimed at promoting digital inclusion by funding telecom infrastructure in rural and remote areas. • These towers are shared by multiple operators, reducing the cost of infrastructure deployment and ensuring connectivity in underserved regions. 2. How It Works in ICR: • Telecom operators enter ICR agreements to share both privately-owned and government-funded towers. • If a user’s operator (e.g., BSNL or Vodafone) lacks infrastructure in a remote area, their device connects to a stronger signal provided by another operator (e.g., Airtel or Jio) on a Digital Bharat Nidhi-funded tower. • The backend systems ensure seamless authentication, call routing, and billing, with charges managed by the original operator. 3. Benefits: • Expanded Coverage: Extends network services to rural, tribal, and hilly regions where telecom operators might not invest otherwise. • Cost-Efficient for Operators: Eliminates the need for duplicating towers while enabling operators to tap into government-funded infrastructure. • Faster Digital Inclusion: Helps achieve the government’s vision of a Digital India, ensuring mobile and internet services reach every corner of the country. • Improved Reliability: Government-funded towers are designed to support multi-operator access with robust power backup and high uptime. 4. Example Use Case: • A BSNL subscriber in a remote village lacks network coverage. However, the government-funded Digital Bharat Nidhi tower, used by Airtel, provides strong coverage in that area. Through ICR, the BSNL subscriber’s phone automatically connects to Airtel’s network, ensuring uninterrupted calls, SMS, and internet access. Integration with Other Government Schemes: The Digital Bharat Nidhi initiative works in tandem with other schemes like the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) to accelerate infrastructure deployment and ensure all operators can share these resources under ICR.

Sharing a workable model for improving fiber penetration prior to 5G deployment in Pakistan.

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The Future of 5G: Why Smarter Investments Will Shape Telecom's Next Big Shift The recent decline in Telco Capex between 2022 and 2023 (presented in the latest October Telecom blog by Kim Kyllesbech Larsen) has prompted industry concerns about a persistent downward trend and an end to CAPEX models. Factors such as slowing data traffic growth and plateauing demand for higher throughput indicate an eventual stabilization of Capex. Regions like Europe must also address the removal of Chinese infrastructure, which could impact future spending priorities. Larsen argues that this is not a persistent trend and that 2024 will be similar to 2023 and that we will thereafter see small Capex growth again. In a regional context, Europe faces significant costs related to infrastructure replacement, while other regions are prioritizing efficient fiber deployment and optimizing current capacities. Moving forward, 5G development will require smarter, more efficient solutions over large Capex increases, focusing on maximizing existing infrastructure rather than pursuing unnecessary expansions. A key to growth in Telco Capex will be the operators’ ability to monetize their 5G investments. A critical success factor will be the transition to critical enterprise services requiring high security and resilience in their 5G infrastructure, including secure and efficient time synchronization independent of GPS. Business cases for 5G should focus on such new high-end enterprise services, maximizing infrastructure usage across service areas for optimal return on investment. #TelecomTrends #5GInnovation #CapexStrategy #EnterpriseServices #FiberInfrastructure #TechInvestment #FutureOfNetworks https://lnkd.in/dZH8xjem