Advancement In Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) In India: A Snapshot

Technology, especially in the means of instant communications, has seen rapid and unparalleled growth all across the globe in the past decade. This has been made possible in part through Internet Protocol (IP) based networks, that continue to touch upon all the sectors around the world, due to a multitude of applications and, particularly, due to Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).

In this article, we examine the regulatory status of VoIP in India, and try to 'crystal gaze' towards its future status. The term VoIP and Internet Telephony are often interchangeably used, with the term "Internet Telephony" being primarily used and referred in the recommendations by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) as well as the Licensing Conditions prevalent in India.