New Delhi– The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has appointed Arun Agarwal, Deputy Director General (Satellite), as the Government Nominee Director on the Board of ITI Limited, a Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Communications. He replaces Sunil Kumar Verma, former Joint Secretary (Administration), DoT.
The appointment is for a period of three years, effective immediately, or until the date of his superannuation or further orders, whichever is earlier.
About Arun Agarwal
Arun Agarwal is a seasoned officer of the Indian Telecom Service (ITS), 1990 batch, with over 33 years of professional experience in India’s telecom sector. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering and an MBA, bringing both technical expertise and management insight to the boardroom.
Throughout his career, Agarwal has handled key responsibilities across various domains including:
- Telecom planning and installation
- Satellite communications
- Standardization and rural telecom development
- Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) schemes
- Sustainability initiatives within the telecom ecosystem
Currently, he serves as the Deputy Director General (Satellite) at the DoT Headquarters, New Delhi, where he oversees satellite-based telecom strategies and coordination.
ITI Limited: A Strategic PSU
ITI Limited, India’s first public sector telecom company, plays a crucial role in the government’s efforts to boost indigenous telecom manufacturing, BharatNet rollout, and defense communications infrastructure.
The company operates under the administrative control of the Department of Telecommunications and is actively involved in projects such as:
- BharatNet (rural broadband)
- Smart Cities
- Defense communications
- Secure enterprise networks
About ITI Limited
Founded post-independence as India’s first Public Sector Undertaking in telecom manufacturing, ITI Limited has been a key player in driving the country’s telecommunications and digital infrastructure. The company continues to expand its footprint through strategic projects like BharatNet, supporting India’s vision for a digitally connected future.
