Technology Must Serve Humanity, Leaving No Indian Behind: VP Radhakrishnan

• VP C. P. Radhakrishnan attends Diamond Jubilee of Indian Telecommunications Service in New Delhi.
• Highlights ITS’s six-decade journey from telegraph lines to today’s digital infrastructure.
• Says India’s telecom growth under PM Modi reflects commitment to innovation and inclusion.
• Urges ITS to lead India into the future with 5G, 6G and people-centric technology.

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 14th Nov: Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Friday addressed the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Indian Telecommunications Service (ITS) at Vigyan Bhawan, marking 60 years since the service was created in 1965 to meet the Government of India’s telecom and techno-managerial requirements.

In his address, the Vice-President traced the remarkable transformation of India’s communication landscape — from the era of telegraphy and scarce landline connections to the digital highways powering today’s governance, entrepreneurship and daily life. He described ITS as a “quiet force” that has strengthened connectivity, widened access and helped unlock opportunities for millions over six decades.

Radhakrishnan said India’s telecom sector has expanded rapidly under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, driven by infrastructure upgrades, digital inclusion and innovation. The evolution from the monopoly days of BSNL to a competitive, technology-driven ecosystem, he said, reflects ITS’s enduring commitment to public welfare and excellence.

The Vice-President recalled the time when acquiring a telephone connection involved long waiting periods, contrasting it with the mobile revolution that put communication tools in the hands of every citizen. ITS officers, he noted, have been the trusted architects behind this transformation.

Looking to the future, the Vice-President called upon the service to drive India’s leadership in emerging technologies, including 5G and 6G. He stressed that technology must remain centred on inclusivity and ensure that “no Indian is left behind,” even as the country pushes to set global standards in telecom innovation.