India, Oct. 14 -- In an era defined by digital sovereignty and secure networks, C-DOT has emerged as India's strategic telecom R&D force and the Voice&Data Pathbreaker of the Year for 2024. Under the leadership of its CEO, Dr Rajkumar Upadhyay, the institution has evolved from a legacy body into a national innovation engine. From 4G core and IMS deployments to quantum communication and cyber intelligence platforms, C-DOT is developing solutions that address both technological and strategic imperatives. In this wide-ranging conversation, he shares insights into C-DOT's transformation, its collaborative model, and the core technologies it is working on. Excerpts:

I consider this recognition an honour not just for myself, but for the C-DOT ...