The celebration of International Monitoring Station (IMS) Day 2023 underscores the tireless efforts and unwavering dedication of all personnel involved in ensuring interference-free spectrum for public telecom services and wireless users in India.
The Wireless Planning & Coordination Wing (WPC) and Wireless Monitoring Organisation (WMO) proudly celebrate the International Monitoring Station (IMS) Day on December 19, 2023. This occasion marks a milestone in the history of wireless monitoring and spectrum management in India, highlighting the tireless dedication of personnel in ensuring interference-free spectrum for public telecom services and wireless users across the Nation.
The Wireless Monitoring Organisation (WMO), established in 1952, acts as the vigilant eye and ear of the WPC, boasting a network of monitoring stations strategically located across India. Comprising one International Satellite Monitoring Earth Station (ISMES), five International Monitoring Stations (IMSs), and 22 Wireless Monitoring Stations (WMSs), the WMO conducts crucial spectrum monitoring, measurements and inspection duties for efficient radio frequency spectrum management and Geo-Stationary Orbit.
The WMO is the field unit of WPC Wing tasked with ensuring interference free radio-communication services in India, whereas WPC holds the responsibility of spectrum engineering, planning and licensing. WPC is headed by Wireless Adviser. Dr Manohar Balaji Sarwate, the esteemed Ex-Wireless Adviser of India, left an indelible mark on the global stage through his dedication to telecommunications development and technical cooperation among nations. He was Secretary General in ITU from October 30,-.1965 to February 19, 1967.
Celebrating this significant day, the WMO reaffirms its commitment to functions such as resolving harmful interference, monitoring spectrum recovery, adherence to licensing conditions and ensuring interference-free wireless environments.
In addition, the WMO Director highlighted the strides made in enhancing monitoring capabilities, including state-of-the-art equipment procurement and infrastructure improvements. Projects aimed at addressing equipment shortages have witnessed significant progress, underscoring the commitment to excellence and technological advancements.
Plans for the renovation of the Equipment Museum, showcasing the evolution of monitoring technology, were announced, emphasizing dedication to the rich history and advancements in the field of monitoring.
Noteworthy improvements in infrastructure and the acquisition of essential resources have been achieved, supporting modern monitoring practices and enhancing operational efficiency.
The WMO’s achievements in monitoring, such as contributions during the G20 Summit in Delhi, field studies on spectrum evaluation and addressing interference problems, have been vital in ensuring a seamless wireless environment amidst evolving technology.
As the WMO looks ahead, plans are underway for a state-of-the-art training center and a new hostel facility to further augment the monitoring station’s capabilities.
