Who has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)?

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The correct answer is Option D: Harinder Kumar. Harinder Kumar, a senior Indian Telecommunication Service (ITS) officer, has been appointed as the new Secretary of TRAI on a deputation basis for an initial period of two years. Before joining TRAI, Harinder Kumar served as Chief General Manager Telecom (CGMT), BSNL Maharashtra Circle. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) was established under the TRAI Act, 1997 as an autonomous statutory regulator for the telecom sector. TRAI's primary objectives are to ensure fair competition, protect consumer interests, and promote the growth of telecommunications services. The Secretary of TRAI functions as the administrative head, responsible for implementing regulatory decisions and coordinating with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Anil Kumar Lahoti is the current Chairman of TRAI, while Harinder Kumar heads the executive secretariat. Key regulatory issues before TRAI include satellite spectrum allocation, regulation of OTT communication platforms, and tackling spam, phishing, and deepfake-based digital fraud.

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Anil Kumar Lahoti

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Who has been appointed as the new Secretary of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)?

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