International Telecommunication Union

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Recently, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and International Telecommunication Union (ITU) hosted ‘AI for Good Summit’ at India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 in New Delhi.

About International Telecommunication Union

• It is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies.
• It was established in 1865 as the International Telegraph Union.
• In 1947 the ITU became a specialized agency of the United Nations.
• It is an intergovernmental organization that coordinates between governments and private sector bodies with respect to global telecommunication and information communication technology (ICT) services.
• Member countries: It has a membership of 194 countries and more than 1000 companies, universities and international and regional organizations.
• India and ITU: India has been an active member of the ITU since 1869 and has been a regular member of the ITU Council since 1952.
• Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.

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Functions of International Telecommunication Union

• Allocate global radio spectrum and satellite orbits;
• Coordination and setting of technical standards related to telecommunication/ICT;
• Work to improve access to ICTs in underserved communities worldwide;

What is India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025?

• It is Asia’s largest technology forum.
• It is jointly organised by the Department of Telecommunications and the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI).
• The event brings together global ICT and digital ecosystem leaders to explore the innovations that are shaping the future of connectivity, digital transformation, and the evolving role of AI.

Source: PIB