Rajeev Sinha Appointed as New Chairman of TRAI.

Appointments | Dated: 18 Apr 2026

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet explicitly approved the deeply critical appointment of veteran telecom administrator Rajeev Sinha as the new Chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). He assumes absolute charge of the apex telecom regulator.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • He officially replaces Anil Kumar Lahoti after the completion of his successful term.
  • He formerly served as the strictly influential Secretary in the Department of Telecommunications.
  • His core mandate includes thoroughly tightening 6G spectrum allocation regulations.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Appointee: Rajeev Sinha.
  • Role: Chairman.
  • Organization: TRAI.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been recently appointed by the government as the completely new Chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)?

Correct Answer: Rajeev Sinha

🚀 Quick Recap:

About TRAI

  • Full Form - Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
  • Founded - 20 February 1997