India, UK Deepen Telecom and AI Partnership at New Delhi AI Summit

During the meeting, Dr. Pemmasani emphasised that India views artificial intelligence as central to the future of telecommunications.

On the sidelines of the AI Summit in New Delhi, Shri Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, Union Minister of State for Communications, held a bilateral meeting at Dak Bhawan with Mr. Kanishka Narayan, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for AI and Online Safety, United Kingdom.

The discussions reaffirmed the growing depth of India–UK cooperation in telecommunications, digital innovation and emerging technologies, guided by the India–UK 2030 Roadmap and the UK–India Technology Security Initiative (TSI).

AI to Shape the Future of Telecom Networks

During the meeting, Dr. Pemmasani emphasised that India views artificial intelligence as central to the future of telecommunications.

He noted that combining India’s scale with the UK’s research strengths can help shape global standards in:

• AI-native telecom networks

• Open RAN architectures

• Next-generation 6G systems

He stressed that future telecom technologies must drive both economic growth and digital trust.

Both sides reviewed progress under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT)–DCMS Memorandum of Understanding and welcomed the operationalisation of the India–UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre, endorsed at India Mobile Congress 2025.

Quantum Communications and Secure Networks

The Minister highlighted India’s National Quantum Mission and pointed to significant opportunities for collaboration in quantum communications and secure network infrastructure.

Both sides agreed that quantum-enabled technologies will play an important role in future digital security frameworks.

Joint Work on AI Applications for Telecom

The meeting focused on deepening cooperation in AI applications across telecom networks, including:

• Autonomous network management

• AI-driven cybersecurity systems

• Spectrum innovation

• Non-terrestrial networks (NTNs)

Both countries expressed interest in expanding joint research, pilot deployments and coordinated engagement in global standardisation forums such as the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and 3GPP.

Tackling Telecom Fraud and Digital Scams

India and the UK also exchanged insights on preventing telecom frauds and digital scams through AI-enabled tools.

India highlighted initiatives such as:

• Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI)

• Sanchar Saathi platform

• AI-based anti-spam and fraud detection tools deployed by Telecom Service Providers

The UK side shared its experience with open data frameworks and deterrence-based regulatory approaches to strengthen digital safety.

India Seeks UK Support at ITU

India requested the UK’s support for key multilateral engagements at the ITU, including:

• The candidature of Ms. M. Revathi for Director of the Radiocommunication Bureau (BR)

• India’s re-election to the ITU Council for the term 2027–2030

• India’s proposal to host the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference (PP-2030)

These initiatives reflect India’s commitment to shaping an inclusive, secure and future-ready global digital ecosystem.

India Highlights Digital Connectivity Progress

India also showcased its rapid progress in:

• Nationwide 5G rollout

• Expansion of rural connectivity

• Digital public infrastructure

• Citizen-centric telecom governance reforms

Shared Commitment to Trusted Digital Infrastructure

The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their commitment to strengthen structured institutional engagement and advance secure, trusted and future-ready digital infrastructure in India and the United Kingdom.