TCCA, BIF partner to drive critical communications in India

Broadband India Forum (BIF) and The Critical Communications Association (TCCA) – a global not-for-profit membership association representing all critical communications professionals and entities - announced a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the growth and development of Mission Critical Communications, Public Protection & Disaster Relief (PPDR) Networks and Private Networks through the use of standardized and harmonised communication technologies with a goal to ensure safety and security for all critical communications users and the citizens and societies they help to protect. 

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formally signed by Brig. Anil Tandan, Director General of BIF, and Kevin Graham, CEO of TCCA.

This collaboration will focus on several key areas, including:

 Policy Advocacy: Working together to influence policy decisions and promote the adoption of standardized technologies.
 Flagship Events: Collaborating on exclusive, jointly designed events to highlight the importance of critical communications..
 Knowledge Sharing: Organizing regular meetings, conferences,
and workshops to facilitate knowledge exchange and industry
insights.
 Joint Research: Developing comprehensive research papers to
explore the latest advancements in critical communication
technologies and standards

T.V Ramachandran, President, Broadband India Forum said-
“Broadband India Forum (BIF)with its special focus on ‘ consumer first’ recognises the importance of Critical Communications in our day to day lives through aspects involving public safety, disaster recovery & management , mission critical applications & services across industries and the country as a whole. Through this strategic partnership with TCCA, BIF aims to ensure that while we take giant strides towards becoming a developed nation, we also work towards ensuring a safe and secured society through enhanced awareness and focus on critical assured communications.

Kevin Graham, CEO of TCCA said- “We are delighted to partner with BIF to drive innovation and collaboration in critical communications. By combining our expertise and resources, we can address the evolving needs of the sector and ensure the wider seamless operation of standardized critical services and applications.”