New Delhi: India made history by hosting the inaugural 3GPP Radio Access Network (RAN) Working Group meetings—RAN1 through RAN5—focused on the standardization of 6G technologies. The event, held from August 25 to 29, 2025, took place in Bengaluru’s Whitefield area and attracted over 1,500 delegates from more than 50 countries, marking the highest ever global participation in such telecom standardization meetings.
Significance of the RAN Meetings
The meetings covered discussions on:
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6G standardization initiatives as part of 3GPP Release 20.
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Finalization of Release 19 specifications, pivotal for evolving 5G Advanced technologies.
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Technical deliberations by RAN working groups encompassing radio layers, network architecture, performance, conformance testing, and protocols.
Support and Participation
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Ministry of Communications extended full institutional and financial support to the event. A dedicated DoT delegation actively participated to steer India’s strategic interests aligned with the government’s 6G vision.
Opportunities for Indian Stakeholders
This landmark event enabled Indian researchers, companies, and academic institutions to engage in global standard-setting from their home soil. It offers:
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Direct exposure to international deliberations.
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Enhanced opportunities to contribute to defining 6G standards.
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Promotion of domestic innovation and global collaboration.
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A shift in global telecom R&D, highlighting India as a rising leader in next-generation communications technologies.
Broader Impact
Hosting the 3GPP RAN meetings reinforces India’s burgeoning role as a key player in the global telecommunications ecosystem. By facilitating dialogue on future network technologies, India is setting the stage for a technology-driven, self-reliant digital economy and advancing the country’s stature in the international technology arena.
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Source: PIB
