Mehul Bhandari
Senior Advisor @Viasat
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Advisor @Viasat
Support regulatory initiatives across India and South Asia to facilitate market access for satellite technologies, working with multiple regulatory and government departments to balance commercial and policy considerations.• Contribute to spectrum allocation frameworks and licensing processes that support satellite service deployment in the region• Contributed to spectrum management initiatives, including preservation of the key bands for satellite services and preparation of submissions on spectrum allocation frameworks across South Asia (APAC region), engaging with multiple regulatory bodies to support efficient resource utilization• Supported satellite systems licensing processes, including NGSO frameworks and regulatory submissions for market access in India and South Asia, facilitating compliance and deployment in APAC markets.• Engage with various government bodies and regulatory authorities to advance policy discussions on satellite communications (telecom/satcom/aviation bodies)• Participate in technical working groups and industry associations to represent satellite sector interests in policy development• Contribute to ITU-WRC (WP4A) preparations through National Study Group participation• Prepare regulatory submissions addressing spectrum management, drone connectivity, ground infrastructure, licensing frameworks, and space sustainability policies• Coordinate with multiple departments and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with evolving telecommunications regulations• Collaborate with industry associations to contribute to satellite investment policy discussions and telecommunications sector reforms• Support initiatives that demonstrate satellite-terrestrial network integration capabilitiesFocus on building constructive relationships with stakeholders while contributing to regulatory frameworks that support sustainable growth in the satellite communications sector.
EDUCATION
MIT Sloan School of Management
MBA Immersion Program, International Business
MIT Professional Education
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering
Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya
B.E
King's College London
Master's
The Lisbon MBA Católica | Nova
MBA
SKILLS
ABOUT MEHUL BHANDARI
I\'ve had the privilege of working across different dimensions of the telecommunications and satellite sectors—from being part of the launch phase at Etisalat (India) to contributing to industry-wide policy reforms at GSMA and satellite technology deployment initiatives at Viasat. I have consistently worked at the intersection of technology innovation and regulatory frameworks. My core strength lies in turning complex challenges into practical solutions through structured thinking, creative planning, and disciplined execution. I am passionate about fostering collaboration to find common ground among stakeholders, ensuring a meaningful and impactful progress.
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