Public Policy Conversation: Connecting the North East

Watch the latest session of the Public Policy Conversations: North-East webinar series on “Connecting the North East: Telecommunications and the Future of Development.” The discussion explores the role of telecommunications and digital infrastructure in shaping the future of development across the North East, while examining questions of connectivity, digital inclusion, policy, and regional growth. The session features Mr. Saurabh Malhotra, a public policy and economic regulation practitioner with over two decades of experience across India’s telecom and technology sectors. Having held leadership roles at Bharti Airtel and the GSMA, Mr. Malhotra brings extensive expertise in telecommunications policy, digital infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and emerging technologies. Drawing from his experience contributing to landmark policy developments including India’s New Telecom Act 2023, Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023, 5G spectrum policy, and AI regulation, he shares insights on how digital connectivity can unlock new pathways for inclusive and sustainable development in the North East. Watch the full webinar to explore the discussion in detail. #ISPP #PublicPolicy #NorthEastIndia #Telecommunications #DigitalInfrastructure #DigitalInclusion #TechnologyPolicy #RegionalDevelopment