Governance Structure
A transparent, multi-stakeholder governance framework ensuring inclusive and balanced participation from all sectors of India's telecom ecosystem.
Multi-Stakeholder Governance
TSDSI operates through a democratic, multi-stakeholder governance model that ensures balanced representation from across India's telecom and ICT ecosystem. The governance structure comprises several interlocking bodies, each with defined roles, responsibilities, and accountability mechanisms.
The organization is incorporated as a Society under the Societies Registration Act, with its Memorandum and Rules & Regulations (MRR) serving as the governing document. TSDSI follows a consensus-based approach to standards development, ensuring all member voices are heard.
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Governance Bodies
General Assembly
The highest authority of TSDSI, comprising all members of the Society. The General Assembly meets at least once a year to approve major decisions, elect members to the Governing Council, and review the organization's performance.
Governing Council (GC)
The apex executive body responsible for overall governance, strategic direction, and oversight of TSDSI operations. The GC comprises elected representatives from various membership categories plus government nominees.
Standing Committees
Six standing committees assist the GC in governance, finances, appeals, and coordination activities.
Technical Groups (SGs & WGs)
TSDSI's technical work is organized into Study Groups (SGs) and Working Groups (WGs), each focused on specific technology domains.
Secretariat
The operational arm of TSDSI, the Secretariat manages day-to-day operations, member services, document management, event organization, and liaison with international bodies. Located at IIT Delhi campus.
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Telecom operators, equipment manufacturers, software companies, and other commercial entities with interest in ICT standardization. Full voting rights.
Academic institutions, research organizations, and non-profit bodies contributing to telecom research and standardization. Participation rights.
Government departments, PSUs, and regulatory bodies that participate as observers with specific liaison interests.