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TRAI releases consultation paper on Next Generation PPDR communication networks

10 Oct 2017 Evaluate

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) in its bid to make communication networks during disasters to be more robust and reliable has released a consultation paper on “Next Generation Public Protection and Disaster Relief (PPDR) communication networks”, inviting comments from the stakeholders by 20th November, 2017 and counter-comments by 4th December, 2017. The move will enable faster decision making and handling of disaster relief operations in times of crisis, such as the 2004 Tsunami.

The regulator stated that keeping in view the need to have a robust policy framework for the introduction of an advanced, reliable, robust and responsive PPDR communication system in the country, the Authority has floated this consultation paper. It further elaborated on the issues and shortcomings with existing PPDR networks, features of Next Generation PPDR networks, technical specifications and spectrum availability and future requirements.

It said that India with its geo-climatic conditions, high density of population, socioeconomic disparities and other geo-political reasons, has high risk of natural and man-made disasters. One of the most significant impact of natural disasters is the breakdown or interruption of traditional communications networks. It added that in the immediate hours and days following a disaster, the demand for communication networks increases. During that time, it is critical that rescue workers and government officials synergises their efforts to provide relief and support to those affected.

TRAI further said that interoperability issue can be overcome in broadband PPDR if the broadband PPDR network operates on a common standard nationwide. For this purpose, it has issued a consultation paper on public protection and disaster relief, and sought for views from stakeholders on the features, requirements and technical specifications for creating a response system based on next generation networks.


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