IIITB COMET in association with TSDSI and Bharat 6G Alliance, successfully concluded a
comprehensive workshop focused on Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (#RIS) technology on
17th March 2025.
The day-long event brought together experts, researchers, and industry professionals from
across the telecommunications ecosystem.
Workshop Highlights
The event commenced with an inaugural session featuring distinguished representatives from
IIITB COMET, Bharat 6G Alliance, TSDSI, and the Department of Telecommunications ( DOT ).
A significant milestone was achieved with the inauguration of the RIS testbed along with an
anechoic chamber in the presence of the attending dignitaries.
IIITB COMET Foundation demonstrated cutting-edge progress in RIS technology through
interactive demonstrations that showcased practical applications and ongoing R&D initiatives.
The workshop featured specialized sessions focusing on:
Equipment Vendor Perspectives on #RIS
Testing Ecosystem Development for #RIS
Research Laboratory Advancements in #RIS development
Academia R&D in #RIS
Key Outcomes
The workshop successfully achieved its primary objectives
Knowledge Exchange Platform: Created a vibrant forum for Indian researchers and industry
professionals working in RIS technology to share ideas, insights, and experiences.
Testbed Access: Demonstrated COMET RIS testbed facility capabilities to Indian researchers
and industry partners (subject to terms and conditions), making these advanced resources
available for wider use while identifying community needs for future development.
Standardization Collaboration: Facilitated discussions on global and domestic standardization
activities in RIS technology, empowering Indian researchers and industry stakeholders to
contribute effectively to international standards development.
This workshop represents a significant step forward in India’s journey toward developing
indigenous capabilities in 6G technologies, particularly in the promising field of Reconfigurable
Intelligent Surfaces. It was encouraging to see a vibrant community, spanning academia and
industry, working on the research and development of RIS technology in India.
