Anil Kumar Lahoti, Chairman of TRAI, brings more than 37 years of distinguished public service across railways, transport, and telecommunications. A Civil Engineering gold medalist from MITS Gwalior and a postgraduate from IIT Roorkee, he previously served as Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board. At TRAI, Lahoti is driving key reforms in telecom and broadcasting, promoting digital radio expansion, 5G-enabled broadcasting, and balanced regulatory frameworks. With India’s Media and Entertainment sector projected to surpass ₹3 trillion by 2027, his leadership is fostering innovation, connectivity, and sustainable growth, earning him recognition as a Technology Icon in India’s digital ecosystem.
