The Assam Licence Service Area unit of Department of Telecommunications on 9th March 2021 organised an “Awareness Workshop on EMF Radiation” in Karimganj. The session was organised as part of DoT’s public advocacy programme to dispel myths around EMF radiation and address unfounded fears of citizens by presenting credible scientific evidence.
An expert panel comprising of senior officers from the telecom department along with doctors, addressed concerns of citizens while also debunking myths and misinformation related to health hazards connected with radiation from mobile towers. The workshop was attended by government officials, general public, residents’ associations, students, doctors, telecom service providers, infrastructure providers and other officials. The eminent key speakers at the event were Shri Amit Mishra, Sr DDG, DoT, Assam LSA , Shri S. K. Gupta, DDG (Compliance), O/o Sr. DDG, DoT, Assam LSA. Dr J. Jena, DDG, COAI and Dr. Arun Chougule, Sr. Professor & HoD of Radiological Physics, SMS Medical College and Hospitals Shri Amit Mishra, Sr DDG, DoT, Assam LSA reiterated on the importance of mobile towers and how well-entrenched infrastructure is a prerequisite for streamlining network connectivity.
During Q&A session, the panellists responded that the level of exposure near a cell phone tower typically is many times lower than the exposure from using a cell phone. DoT and Telecom Operators are fully committed and equipped to ensure compliance of guidelines. These guidelines are designed to safeguard the concerns of citizens on EMF exposure norms are adhered as to safeguard our beloved citizens.