MANU/PIBU/0445/2024

Department/Board : Press Information Bureau

Date : 17.06.2024

DoT announces two significant calls for proposals aimed at catalyzing innovation and technological advancement in telecommunications sector

Proposals under the categories- '5G Intelligent Village' and 'Quantum Encryption Algorithm'

Intelligent Village Initiative aims at harnessing 5G technology to transform rural life, driving digital inclusion and economic growth

Quantum Encryption Algorithm calls for a cutting-edge approach to securing digital communication channels

Last date of submission of applications is 31.07.2024

In a signification move towards Jai Anusandhan, aimed at promoting innovative Start-ups in the country and to establish an ecosystem of research and entrepreneurship the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced two significant calls for proposals aimed at catalyzing innovation and technological advancement in the telecommunications sector. These initiatives underscore DoT's commitment to fostering indigenous R&D, promoting IP creation, and achieving inclusive digital growth across India.

These proposals are under the categories- '5G Intelligent Village' and 'Quantum Encryption Algorithm' and invites participants from industry, MSMEs, Start-ups, academia and government departments involved in technology design, development, commercialization of telecommunication products and solutions.

These proposal shall be funded under Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme of the DoT and represent pivotal steps towards harnessing advanced technologies for societal benefit and reinforcing India's leadership in telecommunications innovation.

5G Intelligent Village

 The 5G Intelligent Village Initiative responds to the pressing need for equitable technological advancement by harnessing the transformative power of 5G technology to uplift rural communities. The Call for Proposals-"From Connectivity Gaps to Smart Solutions: Designing 5G Networks for Rural Innovation- 5G Intelligent Villages"- aim to addresses critical pillars such as agriculture, education, healthcare, governance, and sustainability. The following are the Proposed Village Locations:

 • Dharmaj, Dist. Anand, Gujarat

• Ramgarh Urf Rajahi, Dist Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh

• Anandpur Jalbera, Dist Ambala, Haryana

• Bajargaon, Dist Nagpur, Maharashtra

• Bhagwanpura, Dist Bhilwara, Rajasthan

• Dablong, Dist Nagaon, Assam

• Raosar, District Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh

• Aari, District Guna, Madhya Pradesh

• Banskhedi, District Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh

• Burripalem, District Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

Proposals are invited to enable effective utilization of Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communication (URLLC) and massive Machine Type Communication (mMTC) aspects of 5G in selected villages, showcasing the advantages of 5G connectivity. Proposals can also include plans for establishing 5G connectivity in areas without existing coverage. This initiative aims to unite telecom service providers, sensor manufacturers, CCTV suppliers, and IoT providers on a single platform to explore and exploit ........