ARTICLE · 19 AUGUST 2025

India's First Digital Connectivity Rating System For Properties Unveiled By TRAI

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On 13 August 2025, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a Manual for Assessment of Digital Connectivity in Properties, marking the operational rollout of the Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations...

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Introduction

On 13 August 2025, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) released a Manual for Assessment of Digital Connectivity in Properties, marking the operational rollout of the Rating of Properties for Digital Connectivity Regulations, 2024. This is the first national framework for evaluating the quality of digital infrastructure in residential, commercial, and institutional properties.
The move addresses a long-standing gap in India's connectivity ecosystem, ensuring that the indoor digital experience matches the growing dependence on online services.

Background: Legal and Regulatory Framework

Statutory Basis

TRAI operates under the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India Act, 1997 (TRAI Act), which empowers it to:

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