Invited Guest of Honor
Shri NK Singh, IPS
National Cyber Security
Co-ordinator
Lt. Gen. Vivek Dogra, SM, Signal Officer-in-Chief
Shri Anil Kumar Lahoti,
Chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
Dr. Sanjay Bahl, DG,
Indian Computer Emergency Response Team
Dr. Amit Sharma, Addll DG & Advisor Cyber, Office of Secretary Department of Defence (R&D), MoD
Shri JS Deepak, IAS (Retd.), Group Director for International Public Policy and Strategy, Bharti Enterprises - Airtel & Former Secretary Telecom
Shri Anil Bharadwaj, DDG - SE
DoT, GOI
Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay, CEO Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT)
Shri TS Abbas,
Sr DDG and Head Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC), DoT, GOI
Shri Mehul R Joshi
DDG - SA, DoT, GOI
Lt. Gen. Dr. S.P. Kochhar Director General COAI (Cellular Operators Association of India)
Ms Ambika Khurana Chief Reg & Corp Aff Officer Chief External Media & CSR Officer
CSAI Leadership
Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Rajesh Pant
Chairman CSAI & Former, National Cyber Security Coordinator
Prof NK Goyal
President, CSAI & CMAI Association of India and Chairman E TEMA
Sh. MAKP Singh, Vice Chairman, CSAI and former CISO, Ministry of Power
Lt Gen MU Nair, AVSM, SM, Former, National Cyber Security Coordinator & Head CSAI Kerela Chapter
Sh. Khushhal Kaushik Director General, Cyber Security Association of India & Founder & CEO Lisianthus Tech
Inaugural Session
Introduction and Felicitations by Prof NK Goyal, President CSAI
Welcome Address by Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Rajesh Pant, Chairman CSAI
Importance of Telecom Security in India’s $1 Trillion Digital
Economy Goal
Subject Address by Sh. Khushhal Kaushik, DG CSAI
AI & Quantum Landscape
Address by Sh. Anil Bharadwaj, DDG SE, DoT, GOI
Address by Dr Sanjay Bahl, DG Cert-in
Address by Lt. Gen. (Dr.) SP. Kochhar Director General COAI (Cellular Operators Association of India)
Address by Sh. JS Deepak, IAS (Retd.), Group Director for International Public Policy and Strategy, Bharti Enterprises - Airtel & Former Secretary Telecom
Key Note address by Lt. Gen. Vivek Dogra, SM, Signal Officer-in-Chief
Special Address by Sh. NK Singh, IPS, National Cyber Security Coordinator
Special Address by Sh. AK Lahoti, Chairman TRAI
Technical Session – 1 – Policy on Telecom Network Security
Sh. Amit Sharma, Addll DG & Advisor Cyber, Office of Secretary Department of Defence (R&D), MoD
Sh. RK Upadhyaya, CEO CDOT
Sh. TS Abbas, Sr DG and Head TEC, DOT
Sh. Anil Bhardwaj, DDG SE DOT
Sh. Ashok Kumar, DDG SRI, DOT
Sh. Mehul R Joshi, DDG, Security Assurance, DOT
Moderator Lt Gen MU Nair, AVSM, SM, Former, National Cyber Security Coordinator & Head CSAI Kerela Chapter
Technical Session – 2 - High-level Industry Panel
Sh. JS Deepak, IAS (Retd.), Group Director for International Public Policy and Strategy, Bharti Enterprises - Airtel & Former Secretary Telecom
Representative from JIO
Representative from BSNL
Ms. Ambika Khurana Chief Reg & Corp Aff Officer Chief External Media & CSR Officer
Moderator Lt. Gen. (Dr.) S.P. Kochhar Director General COAI (Cellular Operators Association of India)
Technical Session – 3 – Policy Roadmap
Mr. Khushhal Kaushik, DG CSAI
Sh. Bhaskar Bulusu, Cyber Security Leader in Telecom, Data Center and Banking Sectors
Representative from Government and Industry
Technical Session - 4
Technical Workshops on PQC Migration & QKD Deployment
AI-Driven Cyber Threats and Intelligent Defense Systems
Cloud Security of Datacentres
Cyber Threat Intelligence
Cyber Diplomacy for International Co-operation in securing telecom network
Cyber Security issues in firewall and OT
Integrated Telecom Cyber Security for various applications & technologies
Valedictory Session & Vote of Thanks
“Delhi Declaration on Telecom Quantum-AI Security” (proposed joint statement)
ABOUT THE EVENT
The event is inspired by the Hon’ble PM decision during Sector Review Meeting on Telecommunications held on 7th January 2026 as circulated by Niti Aayog on 29.1.2026:
Item No. 8: In the present geopolitical environment, there are several attempts at bugging or snooping on the national telecom infrastructure of the country. Department may come up with a mechanism that will be responsible for ensuring the safety of Indian Telecom Network.
In the transformative era of Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing, telecom networks face unprecedented security challenges and opportunities. This flagship event by CSAI brings together policymakers, telecom operators, technology leaders, researchers, and cybersecurity experts to explore cutting-edge strategies for securing 5G/6G infrastructure.
This focused half-day summit will bring together telecom leaders, policymakers, cybersecurity experts, and technology innovators to address the critical security challenges facing India’s telecommunications infrastructure amid rapid advancements in AI and quantum computing. India’s telecom sector — the backbone of Digital India, 5G/6G rollout, UPI, Aadhaar, and emerging AI applications — faces dual pressures:
AI-driven threats (sophisticated attacks, automated exploits, deepfakes in social engineering).
Quantum threats (“Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” attacks on current encryption, risks to RSA/ECC).
KEY THEMES
Quantum Threats to India’s Telecom Networks – The Harvest Now, Decrypt Later Reality
AI as Both Weapon and Shield: Securing 5G/6G Networks in Real Time
Quantum Computing Risks to 5G/6G Encryption
Post-Quantum Cryptography Implementation
Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Hybrid Security Approaches
Secure AI in Zero-Trust Network Architectures
Invited Key Notes:
AI-Driven Cyber Threats and Intelligent Defense Systems
Cloud Security of Datacentres
Cyber Threat Intelligence
Cyber Diplomacy for International Co-operation in securing telecom network
Cyber Security issues in firewall and OT
Integrated Telecom Cyber Security for various applications & technologies
WHY ATTEND?
Gain actionable insights from global and Indian experts
Network with 100+ senior leaders from Telecom, Government & Cybersecurity
Discover practical tools and solutions for next-generation security
Contribute to shaping India’s Telecom Security Strategy
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Telecom Operators & Service Providers
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
Policymakers & Regulators (DoT, TRAI, MeitY)
Researchers, Academia & Think Tanks
Technology Vendors, Startups & Solution Providers
CSAI offer flexible, high-ROI sponsorship opportunities tailored for technology providers, telecom vendors, quantum/AI security firms, and solution partners. Expected audience: 100 senior decision-makers (CTOs, CISOs, policymakers from DoT/MeitY/TRAI/CERT-In, telecom operators, and critical infrastructure leaders).
Title / Platinum Sponsor (2 slots) - Rs 10,00,000
- Exclusive Title branding on website, agenda, and backdrop
- 5 Minutes speaking opportunity in Inaugural Session
- 15-minute keynote or panel moderation opportunity
- 5 complimentary VIP delegate passes
- Full-page advertisement in post-event report
- Social media promotions and branding visibility
- One Exhibition booth
- Product showcase/demo opportunity
- Four standees allowed with brochure/mementos to all or VIPs with Company branding
Gold Sponsor (4 slots)
- Rs 5,00,000
- Solution showcase or panel participation
- 4 complimentary delegate passes
- Prominent branding on website, agenda, and backdrop
- Table space and branding opportunities
- Half-page advertisement in report
- Three standees allowed with brochure/mementos to all or VIPs with Company branding
Silver Sponsor (6 slots)
- Rs 5,00,000
- Panel speaker opportunity
- 3 complimentary delegate passes
- Branding on website and agenda
- Networking visibility
- Two standees allowed with brochure/mementos to all or VIPs with Company branding
Bronze / Associate Sponsor
- Rs 2,00,000
- Logo placement on event materials
- 1 complimentary delegate pass
- Networking support
- One standees allowed with brochure/mementos to all or VIPs with Company branding
Customized sponsorship and branding opportunities including networking sessions, lanyards, delegate kits, media partnerships, and technology showcases are also available.
Direct access to India’s top telecom security buyers and policymakers.
Position your brand at the forefront of PQC, QKD, AI-driven security, and quantum-safe solutions.
Alignment with National Quantum Mission and Digital India priorities.
Custom packages and payment terms (50% advance) are available. Contact the organizing team for a detailed sponsorship deck.