‘DoT to ensure level playing field for all forms of communication’

The department of telecommunications (DoT) will ensure a level playing field for all forms of communication, including satellite and terrestrial, so that all sections of the population get access to communication services, a top official said on Tuesday.

The DoT has set up a task force on developing an ecosystem for satellite-based communication services. “We are in the process of examining ways to to enable a better ecosystem for satellite-based communication. DoT is keen to ensure a level-playing field for all forms of communication and technologies in the pursuit of expanding communication services to all sections of population,” telecom secretary K Rajaraman said during India Satcom 2021 summit.