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India strengthens global digital footprint at ITU’s WTDC-2025

The World Telecommunication Development Conference 2025 (WTDC-25), the flagship summit of the ITU’s Development Sector, concluded in Baku, Azerbaijan on Friday with India emerging as one of the most influential contributors to the global digital agenda. Union Minister of State for Communications Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar delivered India’s high-level policy statement on universal and meaningful connectivity, inclusive digital transformation and the role of emerging technologies. Referencing India’s approach of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” the Minister outlined the country’s commitment to shaping an equitable and sustainable digital future. The Indian delegation played a major role in the adoption of 19 APT common proposals at the conference. Officials held 11 ministerial-level bilateral meetings and engaged with more than 50 countries on cooperation in telecom and ICT development. India additionally introduced Ms. M. Revathi as its candidate for the post of Director of the ITU’s Radiocommunication Bureau. The WTDC adopted 'The Baku Declaration' (2026 - 2029) reflects the united commitment of ITU Member States to drive environmentally sustainable, equitable digital transformation for all.

India made notable contributions across major resolutions adopted at the summit. Under the digital transformation agenda, the country advanced Resolution 85 to expand Smart Sustainable Cities and Communities to include smart villages, leveraging IoT and emerging technologies for rural benefits. Resolutions 89 and 90, to which India contributed substantially, strengthened global frameworks for innovation, entrepreneurship and future readiness. The conference, held every four years, brought together nearly 2,300 delegates including more than 65 ministers and heads of agencies.


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