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Summary
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Key Facts
TypeAct
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedSunday, 24 December 2023
Affected Population~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
20 million central + state government employees
Key Authorities
Ministry of Electronics & ITTRAICERT-InPMOCabinet Secretariat
Key Stakeholders
Internet UsersTech CompaniesStartupsCivil ServantsState GovernmentsJudiciary
Government Context
NDA IIBJP-led NDA
Right
LeftCentreRight
Amendment History
22 changes recorded for this policy.
TypeSunday, 19 July 2026via historical
policy
act
SectorsTuesday, 11 August 2026via historical
Governance & Reform
Digital & Technology, Governance & Reform
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_surface_transport
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_tourism
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_tribal_affairs
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_urban_development
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_water_resources_river_development_and_ganga_rejuvenation
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_women_and_child_development
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_niti_aayog
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_pm_speech
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_eac_pm
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_upsc
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_special_service_and_features
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_national_financial_reporting_authority
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_office_of_principal_scientific_advisor_to_goi
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_competition_commission_of_india
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_national_security_council_secretariat
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_lokpal_of_india
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_ifsc_authority
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via pib_national_human_rights_commission
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers and Secretaries to Accelerate Digital Connectivity and Infrastructure Rollout
DescriptionThursday, 8 October 2026via state_pib_karnataka
Comprehensive overhaul replacing the Indian Telegraph Act 1885 and Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act 1933. Introduces spectrum assignment by auction or administratively, biometric verification for SIMs, and regulatory sandbox provisions.
Government of India press release: Department of Telecommunications hosts High-Level Roundtable with State IT Ministers ...
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