As we move towards the era of 6G, there is a growing need to reimagine the foundational architecture of future networks to support transformative use cases such as immersive communication, integrated sensing, intelligent machine collaboration, and sustainability. The 6G architecture is expected to be built on principles of modularity, simplicity, and service-centric design, with cloud-native, AI-native, and zero-touch capabilities. It needs to seamlessly integrate terrestrial and non-terrestrial components, support real-time responsiveness across distributed systems, and operate efficiently across diverse frequency bands.
This session explored architectural enablers that were essential to the 6G vision, including:
- Converged and flexible radio and core networks with disaggregated, service-based components
- Cross-domain orchestration and intelligence-driven resource management
- Support for highly localized computing and AI inference at the edge
- Built-in sustainability and energy efficiency through architectural optimization
- Seamless integration of communication, computation, and sensing layers
The panel and keynote brought together leading experts to deliberate on how next-generation network architectures could address the technological, economic, and societal challenges of the 6G era. Discussions emphasized how architecture choices at that time could ensure future readiness, interoperability, and global competitiveness—while aligning with national priorities for innovation and digital sovereignty.
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 14:00-14:10 | Opening Remarks | Sonali Garg, HFCL |
| 14:10-14:30 | Keynote 1: Toward 6G RAN Architecture – Janus Bifrons, Matryoshka and Monolith | Gino Masini, Ericsson |
| 14:30-14:50 | Keynote 2: The New Edge for 6G | Daniel Kilper, Trinity College Dublin |
| 14:50-15:10 | Keynote 3: Architecting 6G – Research to Standards – Emerging Views | Balazs Bertenyi, Nokia |
| 15:10-15:50 | Panel Discussion | Moderator: Pranav Jha, IIT Bombay Parag Aggarwal, IIIT Delhi Rajat Agarwal, Tech Mahindra Gino Masini, Ericsson Abhay Kumar Sah, IIT Roorkee Subhas Mondal, HFCL |
| 15:50-16:10 | Q&A | |
| 16:10-16:15 | Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks | Sonali Garg, HFCL |
Session Co-Chairs: Pranav Jha (IIT Bombay), Sonali Garg (HFCL)
Session Convener: AK Mittal (TSDSI)
Session Coordinator: Sweta Singh
Session Schedule: 15 July 2025, 14:00-16:15 IST
As 6G ushers in a new era of unleashing possibilities for futuristic applications with hyper experiences through a reliable, real-time, resilient, and secure physical-to-digital continuum, it also challenges the limits of existing technologies. At the same time, a trend towards the assimilation of advanced AI technologies into end-to-end networks and related use cases emerged in every layer of the network, including applications and services. This leads to the exploration of using AI Native for Networks (AINN) as an important area under the vision of IMT 2030. Simultaneously, the evolution of new AI techniques—such as generative AI, reasoning models, and agentic frameworks—upended workflows across all spheres of technology.
Against this global backdrop, the session dived deep into important issues such as: Would advanced AI techniques bring quantifiable benefits while addressing the challenges in 6G, such as the management and operation of complex networks and services? It was also important to explore and prioritize relevant standardization gaps.
There are two complementing pathways—namely, Networks for AI (cross-domain data sharing, model transfer requirements, federated pipelines) and AI for Networks (domain/application-specific fine-tuned models, AI-native architectures, and applications). These two pathways required closer examination in the context of 6G networks as well as for applications and services.
The session studied practical problems from use cases and datasets, models and toolsets, research directions, and deployment models. The outcomes included identifying further areas of study within TSDSI and its global partners, and pointed out specific opportunities for collaboration.
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 16:30-16:40 | Opening Remarks | Abhijan Bhattacharyya, Tata Consultancy Services |
| 16:40-17:05 | Keynote 1: Solving for scale: AI in 6G | Jagan Shantigram,Tejas Networks |
| 17:05-17:25 | Keynote 2: (pre-recorded) | Amit Kumar Srivastava, Telecom Engineering Centre (DoT) |
| 17:25-17:50 | Keynote 3: Will AI Find a Central Role in 6G | Kannan Kadirvelu, Altiostar |
| 17:50-18:30 | Panel Discussion: Enablers for new services and applications in the era of 6G and Gen AI | Moderator: Rajagopalan Rajappa, TATA Elxsi Gourab Ghatak, IIT Delhi Hemant Kumar Rath, Tata Consultancy Services Anuradha K, GE healthcare |
| 18:30-18:40 | Q&A | |
| 18:40-18:45 | Closing Remarks | Vishnu Ram OV, TSDSI |
Ubiquitous connectivity is an important usage scenario for 6G which was championed by India in the ITU-R framework for IMT2030. It is meant to bridge the digital divide globally. While extended uplink coverage from a terrestrial perspective is a key performance requirement of 6G, non-terrestrial networks will supplement the terrestrial networks in providing coverage especially in sparsely populated, remote and inaccessible areas for at least basic broadband services. We will require integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks to have seamless handover. Though, progress has been made in achieving some degree of integration at a systems level, integration at the radio layer with various types of non-terrestrial platforms (satellite, HAPS, UAVs) is necessary for ubiquitous delivery of the intended services uniformly to all users.
As the name of this session suggests, we heard from the experts in both keynote and panel discussion format about current status in technology, challenges for this integration and the way forward to achieve the seamless integration.
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 14:00 – 14:10 | Opening Remarks | Jishnu Aravindakshan, Tejas Networks |
| 14:10 – 14:30 | Keynote 1 – Integration, Differentiation, and Harmonization — Perspectives on NTN in 6G | Nandan Das, Viasat |
| 14:30 – 14:50 | Keynote 2 – From Standards to Solutions: HIBS and the Future of Ubiquitous Connectivity | Suresh Kumar Karthikeyan, Susan Future Technologies |
| 14:50 – 15:10 | Keynote 3 – An Overview of Integration of Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial Networks | Priyanka Dey, Fraunhofer HHI |
| 15:10 – 15:50 | Panel Discussion – | Moderator: Abhijeet Abhimanyu Masal, CEWiT Manook Soghomonian, Intelsat Priyanka Dey, Fraunhofer HHI Punit Rathod, Qualcomm Jishnu Aravindakshan, Tejas Networks Suresh Kumar Karthikeyan, Susan Future Technologies |
| 15:50 – 16:10 | Q & A | |
| 16:10 – 16:15 | Closing Remarks | Jishnu Aravindakshan, Tejas Networks |
Session Co-Chairs: Abhijeet Masal (CEWiT), Jishnu Aravindakshan (Tejas Networks)
Session Convener: AK Mittal (TSDSI)
Session Coordinator: Vaishali Upperwal
Session Schedule: 16 July 2025, 14:00-16:15 IST
As 6G technologies begins to take shape, establishing robust security foundations is essential to ensuring trust, resilience, and privacy in an increasingly hyper-connected and intelligent digital landscape. This session explored emerging security paradigms and strategic technologies necessary to safeguard 6G infrastructures against next-generation threats, including those stemming from quantum computing, distributed architectures, and large-scale edge deployments.
Key topics included the transition to quantum-safe cryptography, focusing on both Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and the integration of Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). The session also highlighted how blockchain technologies enabled decentralized identity and access management, as well as dynamic spectrum allocation, through secure and transparent ledgers. These capabilities offer stronger security assurances by reducing dependency on centralized authorities and enhancing trust among network participants. Additionally, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enabling adaptive, real-time threat detection and response was explored, showcasing how AI improved network resilience in rapidly evolving environments. The session concluded with a panel discussion addressing the security challenges of edge computing, particularly in high-stakes use cases such as IoT and autonomous systems in 6G. Bringing together experts from academia, industry, and government, the session defined key security priorities and research challenges critical to building a trustworthy 6G future.
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 16:30-16:40 | Opening Remarks | G. Narendra Nath, NCSC |
| 16:40-17:00 | Keynote 1: Designing 6G for Security and Trust in a Hyper-Connected World: A Telecom Blueprint with PQC, Trust Infrastructure, and Data Privacy | Vipin Rathi, Delhi University |
| 17:00-17:20 | Keynote 2: Blockchain in improving trust and transparency | Prabhu Rajagopal, Plenome Technologies Pvt. Ltd |
| 17:20-17:40 | Keynote 3: AI building resilience in 6G networks | Debabrata Nayak, PwC India |
| 17:40-18:00 | Keynote 4: Securing the Future: Lessons from 5G and the Blueprint for 6G Security | Saurabh Khare, Nokia |
| 18:00-18:30 | Panel Discussion – Comprehensive end-to-end Security: For 6G Networks, Use Cases & Applications | Moderator: T R Reshmi, SETS India Sridhar C V, Tata Consultancy Services Chandra S. Pandey, Seceon Inc N Subramanian, SETS India |
| 18:30-18:40 | Q&A | |
| 18:40-18:45 | Closing Remarks | G. Narendra Nath, NCSC |
Session Co-Chairs: G. Narendra Nath (NSCS), T R Reshmi (SETS India)
Session Convener: Vijay Madan (TSDSI)
Session Coordinator: Chandrakanta Rathore
Session Schedule: 16 July 2025, 16:30-18:45 IST
As 6G begins to take shape, the management and service delivery architectures that underpin next-generation networks plays a pivotal role in meeting the demands of ultra-reliable, low-latency, and highly intelligent connectivity. This session explored the evolving architecture and monetization paradigms that enabled autonomous, scalable, and context-aware service delivery (centralized as necessary and decentralized as feasible) in 6G environments.
Key focus areas included intent-based network management, AI-native orchestration, interoperable data spaces, capability exposure frameworks, and the convergence of communication and computing infrastructures. Discussions also addressed the role of digital twins, AI-driven automation, data models, and distributed ledger technologies in enhancing trust, transparency, and adaptability.
Bringing together thought leaders from academia, industry, and government, the session aimed to define the foundational principles and research & standardization challenges critical to shaping the 6G management and delivery ecosystem.
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 14:00-14:05 | Opening Remarks | Niranth Amogh, Nokia |
| 14:05-14:25 | Keynote 1: Interoperable dataspaces in the context of 6G | Inder Gopal, IISc |
| 14:25-14:45 | Keynote 2: Expectations of Management and Orchestrations in 6G – An Operator perspective | Mahesh Nayaka Mysore Annaiah, Reliance Jio |
| 14:45-15:05 | Keynote 3: Catalysts for Unlocking 6G Potential: Intelligent Exposure and Cognitive, Agentic Automation | Nurit Sprecher, Nokia |
| 15:05-15:25 | Keynote 4: Agentic Digital Twin based Orchestration for 6G Networks | Rajagopalan Rajappa, Tata Elxsi |
| 15:25-16:10 | Special Session on Role of Data – Management & Service Delivery | Chandra Challagonda, FIWARE Foundation Raghu Krishnapuram, Centre of Data for Public Good, IISc Nanjangud C Narendra, ARTPARK, IISc |
| 16:10-16:15 | Closing Remarks | Paventhan A, ERNET |
Session Co-Chairs: Niranth Amogh (Nokia), Paventhan Arumugam (ERNET India)
Session Convener: Vijay Madan (TSDSI)
Session Coordinator: Chandrakanta Rathore
Session Schedule: 17 July 2025, 14:00-16:15 IST
The Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) which is a primary backbone for 4G and 5G technologies as it offered many advantages like higher spectral efficiency and a higher resilience towards multi path fading compared to the previous generation data transmission techniques. But, OFDM also offered high Peak-to-Average-Power Ratio (PAPR), poor spectral containments as well. Along with other known limitations OFDM also pose other challenges for extreme mobility and extreme high traffic density scenarios envisioned in 6G due to its high sensitivity towards Doppler shifts. Though with these challenges – while keeping OFDM into consideration, researchers are also exploring potential new waveforms such as Filter Bank Multicarrier (FBMC), Generalized Frequency Division Multiplexing (GFDM), and Orthogonal Time Frequency Space (OTFS) and more specifically Zak-OTFS. These alternatives are proposed to offer better spectral efficiency, robustness to Doppler shifts, and helps in coexistence with other wireless technologies.
Thus, there is a need to delve into a much deeper study on assessing the right waveform for the future technologies wherein we look forward to continuing to use the legacy data stream techniques like OFDM for better cost advantages OR knowing the limitations we look forward to assessing the waveforms for future technologies. Thus, is the OFDM dilemma and Potential new waveforms for 6G!!
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 16:30 – 16:40 | Opening Remarks | |
| 16:40 – 17:00 | Keynote 1 – OFDM or no OFDM waveforms for 6G – a T&M perspective | Meik Kottkamp, Rohde & Schwarz |
| 17:00 – 17:20 | Keynote 2 – Is OFDM Here to Stay? | Radhakrishna Ganti, Indian Institute of Technology Madras |
| 17:20 – 17:40 | Keynote 3 – 6G waveforms, the way forward for India | Satish Jamadagni, Reliance Jio |
| 17:40 – 18:30 | Panel Discussion – | Moderator: Prakash R, C-DOT Charles Santhosam, Nvidia Radhakrishna Ganti, IIT Madras Vivek Chaudhary, Gautam Buddha University Mohmedsaeed Mombasawala, Keysight Technologies Satish Jamadagni, Reliance Jio Kiran K Kuchi, WiSig Networks |
| 18:30 – 18:40 | Q & A | |
| 18:40 – 18:45 | Closing Remarks | Pradeep Hirisave, Reliance Jio |
Session Co-Chairs: Pradeep Hirisave (Reliance Jio), Prakash R (C-DOT)
Session Convener: AK Mittal (TSDSI)
Session Coordinator: Vaishali Upperwal
Session Schedule: 17 July 2025, 16:30-18:45 IST
The conference technical proceedings culminated in a workshop on “New Network & Services Ecosystems for 6G.” It drew upon the key findings from the conference’s technical sessions that would have discussed topics related to networks, management and delivery architectures, AI, integration of TN-NTN technologies, security, and waveforms—from both a “Services” and “Networks” lens.
The workshop was conducted in two parts, with dedicated sessions on Service Aspects and Network Aspects. It provided an opportunity to understand perspectives from global, regional, and local forums, as well as ongoing work at these forums, to facilitate possible harmonization and alignment of efforts.
The workshop opening session had insightful keynote addresses by:
- Prof. Bhaskar Ramamurhti, Prof. Emeritus, IIT Madras and Former Chair, TSDSI
- Dr Hideyuki Iwata, President & Director General TTC; Vice Chair ASTAP
- Mr R K Pathak, Director General, Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA)
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 10:00 -10:10 | Welcome Remarks | A K Mittal, Director General, TSDSI |
| 10:10 – 10:20 | India’s Role in Standards and Ecosystem Readiness towards 6G” by Prof Bhaskar Ramamurthi (Former Chair TSDSI) | Bhaskar Ramamurthi, Former Chair TSDSI |
| 10:20 – 10:30 | Japan’s Approach and Insights on 6G standards | Hideyuki Iwata (President & Director General, TTC; Vice Chair ASTAP) |
| 10:30 – 10:40 | Enabling India to become a leading global supplier of affordable 5G and 6G solutions | R K Pathak (Director General, B6GA) |
Session Schedule: 10:00-10:40 IST
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The conference technical proceedings culminated in a workshop on “New Network & Services Ecosystems for 6G.” It drew upon the key findings from the conference’s technical sessions that would have discussed topics related to networks, management and delivery architectures, AI, integration of TN-NTN technologies, security, and waveforms—from both a “Services” and “Networks” lens.
The workshop was conducted in two parts, with dedicated sessions on Service Aspects and Network Aspects. It provided an opportunity to understand perspectives from global, regional, and local forums, as well as ongoing work at these forums, to facilitate possible harmonization and alignment of effort
The session was moderated by Mr Suresh Chitturi, Senior Director Samsung Research.
The following expert speakers delivered keynote addresses during the workshop:
- Mr Seizo Onoe (Director TSB ITU-T)
- Prof. Anand Srivastava (Vice Chancellor, NSUT)
- Mr Vinayak Godse (CEO, DSCI)
- Mr David Boswarthick (Director – Strategy & Innovation, ETSI)
- Dr. Namseok KO (Chair, 6G Forum Network Technology Working Group, Director – Mobile Core Network Section, ETRI)
This was followed by a Panel Discussion moderated by Mr Suresh including Panellists –
- Mr Puneet Jain (3GPP TSG SA Chair)
- Prof Luciano Leonel Mendes (6G Brasil)
- Mr Vinayak Godse (CEO, DSCI)
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 10:45 -10:50 | About the Session | Suresh Chitturi, Session Moderator, Samsung |
| 10:50 – 11:05 | Keynote#1: Toward 6G: Sustainable Ecosystem for Evolution | Seizo Onoe, ITU-T |
| 11:05 – 11:20 | Keynote#2: Exploring ISAC for 6G: Transformative Applications and Future Use Cases | Anand Srivastava, NSUT |
| 11:20 – 11:35 | Keynote#3: ETSI Tech Radar, research work initiated by EC and its linkages with Standards – from a Services aspect | David Boswarthick, ETSI |
| 11:35 – 11:50 | Keynote#4: Critical Use Cases & Vertical Domains from 6G perspective | Namseok KO, ETRI |
| 11:50 – 12:05 | Keynote#5: Security & Data Protection Considerations in Hyper-connected world | Vinayak Godse, DSCI |
| 12:05 – 12:35 | Panel Discussion | Moderator – Suresh Chitturi, Samsung Puneet Jain, 3GPP Luciano Leonel Mendes, 6G Brasil Vinayak Godse, DSCI |
| 12:35 – 12:40 | Q&A | |
| 12:40 – 1245 | Key Takeaways & Way Forward | Suresh Chitturi, Samsung |
Session Moderator: Suresh Chitturi (Samsung)
Session Schedule: 18 July 2025, 10:45-12:45 IST
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The conference technical proceedings culminated in a workshop on “New Network & Services Ecosystems for 6G.” It drew upon the key findings from the conference’s technical sessions that would have discussed topics related to networks, management and delivery architectures, AI, integration of TN-NTN technologies, security, and waveforms—from both a “Services” and “Networks” lens.
The workshop was conducted in two parts, with dedicated sessions on Service Aspects and Network Aspects. It provided an opportunity to understand perspectives from global, regional, and local forums, as well as ongoing work at these forums, to facilitate possible harmonization and alignment of efforts.
The session was moderated by Prof. Radhakrishna Ganti, IIT Madras.
The following expert speakers delivered keynote addresses during the workshop:
- Dr. Hiroyuki Atarashi (ITU-R WP5D Chair)
- Dr. P Hanumantha Rao (DG, SAMEER)
- Mr. Sandeep Sharma (Governing Council Member, Bharat 6G Alliance)
This was followed by a Panel Discussion moderated by Prof. Ganti including Panellists –
- Dr. P Hanumantha Rao (DG, SAMEER)
- Mr. Sandeep Sharma (Governing Council Member, Bharat 6G Alliance)
- Dr. Mohammed K. Mustafa (Senior Manager Technical Standards & Network Integrity Department, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC))
- Dr. Havish Koorapaty (Standardization Manager, Next G Alliance)
| Time (IST) | Topic | Speakers |
| 14:00 – 14:05 | About the Session | Radhakrishna Ganti, IIT Madras, Session Moderator |
| 14:05 – 14:25 | Keynote 1: IMT-2030 Developments in ITU-R Working Party 5D | Hiroyuki Atarashi, ITU-R |
| 14:25 – 14:45 | Keynote 2: Local India perspective Expert from SAMEER | P. Hanumantha Rao, SAMEER |
| 14:45 – 15:05 | Keynote 3: New Network Ecosystem for 6G: Foundational Shifts | Sandeep Sharma, B6GA |
| 15:05 – 15:45 | Panel Discussion | Moderator – Radhakrishna Ganti P. Hanumantha Rao Mohammed K. Mustafa Havish Koorapaty Sandeep Sharma |
| 15:45 – 15:55 | Q&A | |
| 15:55 – 16:00 | Key Takeaways & Way Forward | Radhakrishna Ganti |
Session Moderator: Radhakrishna Ganti (IIT Madras)
Session Schedule: 18 July 2025, 14:00-16:00 IST
The TSDSI Technical Session Summary presented key findings from the deliberations held during the conference technical sessions.
TSDSI formalized key MoUs to foster global collaboration in standards development with the African Telecommunication Union (ATU) and the Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA).
The TSDSI Outstanding Technical Contributions (OTC) Awardees for Financial Year 2024-25 were felicitated as part of the concluding day activities of TSDSI Tech Deep Dive (TTDD) 2025 Conference. These awards honour individuals from TSDSI member organisations who have significantly contributed to and/or championed technical activities during the Financial Year – across our two Study Groups: Networks and Services & Solutions. The awards were conferred by Mr Satish Jamadagni, Chair TSDSI.
Session Schedule: 18 July 2025, 16:15-17:15 IST
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