New Trai chief A K Lahoti has work cut out as issues pile up with regulator

Anil Kumar Lahoti, the new chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai), is known for his focus on efficiency. It is a strength that may help sort a long list of issues pending before the regulator, ranging from satellite spectrum, direct to mobile technology (D2M), and a national broadcasting policy, sources said.

An order from the government’s department of personnel and training late on Monday announced Lahoti’s appointment as Trai chief for three years. Lahoti served as the chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Railway board for eight months till August 31 2024 and was earlier Member (Infrastructure).