The Virtual Network Operators Association of India (VNOAI) offers the convergence of Virtual Network Operators (VNOs) and VNO industry participants to build a healthy ecosystem that facilitates the growth of a thriving VNO industry in India.
Key Objectives
To initiate and promote activities leading to development of Virtual Network Operators in India
To help create effective/suitable policy framework that will make the sector more open, fair, competitive, and efficient
To provide a platform to market players, academicians, legal luminaries, financial experts and other stakeholders, for identifying issues, potential risks and areas for development
To assist all concerned authorities by providing requisite industry information that enables formulation of suitable policies and incentivizes growth
To continuously improve the standards and competitiveness of the VNO industry, attain world-class status and deliver the benefits of affordable all telecom services to the people India.
Meet Our
Executive Council
Go2Market
Mr. Lalit Bhardwaj
VNOAI Joint Secretary
CloudConnect Communications Pvt Ltd
Mr. Ramandeep Singh
Additional Joint Secretary
Executive Member
Mr. Vivek Jathanna
Member Executive
Mission Statement
Represent the collective interests of VNOs that inspire suitable/effective action from regulators, Telecom network operators and all stakeholders in the Indian ecosystem.Serve customers to ensure they enjoy world class, unique and affordable Telecommunications solutions.Institute a network of key influencers and stakeholders across the VNO ecosystem in India.Spread awareness among all stakeholders in the Indian VNO industry.
Vision Statement
A healthy ecosystem that facilitates the growth of a thriving VNO industry in India, and stimulates innovation.
What Our Members Say
By working together, sharing expertise, and leveraging collective resources, your organization and its members can contribute significantly to the development of the VNO industry. This collaborative approach can lead to the introduction of new services, improved technologies, and enhanced customer experiences, which, in turn, can fuel the overall growth and advancement of the Telecom sector in India.
“Lycamobile is established as a VNO in 21 countries and we are tremendously excited by the potential of India, one of the fastest growing telecom markets across the world. A key sector association, such as VNOAI, would draw from the VNO Industry learnings globally, particularly from Europe, to help define the India marketplace in its formative phase.”
Christopher Tooley, Chief Executive Officer, Lycamobile.
“Since the launch of VNOAI, we are enthused with the quantum of interest shown and applications received from multiple industry participants. We are excited with the prospects of active engagement from all stakeholders in the VNO sector.”
Ms Subhashree Radhakrishan,
Vice Chairman & Co-Founder , Plintron
“We have been enrolled as an affiliate member of VNOAI for the past few months. It has been altogether a transformative experience of being associated with the association in terms of working closely with the policy makers of such a dynamic and rapidly evolving landscape in the telecommunications industry. It has been a good learning opportunity for us as through the association, we engage with regulatory bodies to address concerns, seek favorable policies, and create a conducive environment for VNOs.”
Balbir Bora , Whitewater Solutions
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VNOAI – Key Achievements
Since its inception, the Virtual Network Operators Association of India (VNOAI) has been actively advocating for a fair, inclusive, and innovation-driven telecom ecosystem. Here are some of our major milestones and achievements:
1. Regulatory Recognition & Policy Advocacy
- Successfully positioned VNOs as licensed Access Service Providers within the regulatory framework of TRAI and DoT.
- Played a pivotal role in highlighting the need for mandated access by MNOs to VNOs for the growth of MVNOs in India.
- Actively engaged in policy consultations and submissions with TRAI, DoT, and the Competition Commission of India (CCI) on issues concerning VNO onboarding, anti-competitive behavior, and market access.
2. Allocation of Numbering Resources
- Facilitated the allocation of 140 and 1600 numbering series to VNOs and their enterprise clients (PEs), enabling them to function as legitimate Access Providers.
- Represented member concerns leading to DoT’s approval of Dedicated Number Series for VNOs to support compliant telemarketing and voice solutions.
3. Compliance & Governance Support
- Worked closely with TRAI to ensure VNO participation in the TCCCPR-2025 framework, including integration into DLT platforms and UCC control systems.
- Submitted Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), PMR formats, and best practices for effective VNO compliance with spam control and QoS norms.
4. Revival of Inactive Licenses & Blacklisting Support
- Assisted multiple VNOs in revoking blacklisting status, reactivating licenses, and restoring operations through coordinated representation before DoT and TERM Cells.
- Supported members in navigating technical bottlenecks with BSNL and other NSOs, including contract enforcement and SLA adherence.
5. Capacity Building & Community Engagement
- Conducted training workshops, webinars, and knowledge-sharing sessions on compliance, reporting, license application, and regulatory obligations.
- Built a strong and growing community of active VNOs, CPaaS providers, and domain experts, fostering collaboration across the ecosystem.
6. Licensing & Advisory Support
- Facilitated successful UL VNO license filings across Category A, B, and C for multiple members, including NLD/ILD and ISP authorizations.
- Provided end-to-end advisory services, including SARAL SANCHAR support, equity/net worth certification guidance, and AGR compliance.
VNOAI continues to work tirelessly toward creating a competitive, consumer-centric, and innovation-enabling telecom landscape for India.
“Empowering VNOs. Enabling Access. Elevating Telecom.”
