Telecom operators have initiated emergency protocols to ensure continuous connectivity, particularly with Emergency Operators Centres (EOCs) at the state and district levels. This comes after telecom operators were instructed by the Ministry of Communications to adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) 2020 for telecom services in the event of an emergency.
On May 7, the government issued an order to both state-owned and private telecom companies to improve network resilience, ensure constant connectivity, and keep strong coordination, particularly in areas that are vulnerable to emergencies. Base transceiver station (BTS) towers located within 100 kilometres of international borders have been the focus of attention.
However, telecom companies have also begun taking steps to strengthen network stability in the vicinity of the borders. A private telecom company confirmed that disaster readiness measures have been in place with companies adhering to government guidelines, according to a MoneyControl report.
For those who are unaware, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has asked that telecom providers be ready to handle any emergencies. The DoT’s Licensed Service Area (LSA) has been entrusted with collaborating closely with state governments to safeguard telecom infrastructure and facilitate telecos’ mobility during emergencies.
In terms of emergency readiness, telecom operators have been instructed to stock adequate diesel reserves, deploy spare teams and hardware, conduct network testing, and activate infra-circle roaming (when necessary).
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