СЕССИЯ 2

Session 2: Global Standards – Aligning the World Towards IMT-2030 | 3rd International Bharat6G Symposium Bringing together global leaders from telecommunications, standards development organisations, and industry, this session explored the evolving roadmap for 6G standardisation and the importance of global collaboration in achieving a unified, interoperable IMT-2030 ecosystem. The discussion focused on 3GPP's 6G standardisation timeline, migration strategies from 5G, AI-native network capabilities, operator priorities, and the need for commercially sustainable next-generation networks. Session Chair: Mr. Anil Kumar Bhardwaj, DDG (SE), Department of Telecommunications, Government of India Distinguished Speakers: Dr. Younsun Kim, 3GPP RAN Chair, Samsung Mr. Etienne Chaponniere, Qualcomm Mr. Harbaksh Singh Kahlon, Bharti Airtel (OneWeb) Mr. Satish Jamadagni, TSDSI Mr. Masaaki Koga, KDDI Dr. Ulrich Dropmann, Nokia Mr. Takehiro Nakamura, NTT DOCOMO Key Discussion Highlights: Global 6G standardisation roadmap and milestones towards IMT-2030. 3GPP timelines for the first 6G specifications and commercial deployment. Seamless, cost-effective migration strategies from 5G to 6G. AI-native radio access networks, intelligent automation, and emerging AI-driven traffic requirements. Operator expectations for energy-efficient, software-upgradable, and commercially viable 6G infrastructure. Global interoperability, harmonised standards, and international collaboration. India's growing participation and contributions to global 3GPP standardisation. Balancing network capacity, advanced capabilities, and economic sustainability. The session reinforced the importance of developing a single, globally interoperable 6G standard that supports innovation, investment efficiency, and diverse regional requirements while enabling the next generation of intelligent connectivity. Watch the full session for insights from global industry and standards leaders on building a unified 6G future. #Bharat6G #Bharat6GAlliance #6G #IMT2030 #3GPP #6GStandards #Bharat6GSymposium #TelecomInnovation #GlobalStandards #NextGenNetworks