Addressing B5G and 6G Network Connectivity Issues in Rural Regions

As regions move towards the next generation of wireless technology, addressing connectivity challenges in rural regions is critical for the development of Beyond 5G (B5G) and 6G networks. While urban areas may benefit from the advanced capabilities of these technologies, rural communities face significant barriers to accessing high-speed, reliable internet. These challenges, including limited infrastructure, geographical constraints, and financial obstacles, hinder economic development, education, and healthcare opportunities in rural areas. To bridge this digital divide, innovative solutions in network design, spectrum management, and infrastructure investment are essential. By addressing these connectivity issues, B5G and 6G networks have the potential to create inclusive, equitable access to new services and opportunities for rural populations. Addressing B5G and 6G Network Connectivity Issues in Rural Regions explores the transformative potential of advanced networking technologies in rural settings. It delves into the pressing issue of connectivity challenges faced by rural communities and outline how emerging B5G and 6G networks can address these obstacles. This book covers topics such as digital technology, policymaking, and social inclusion, and is a useful resource for communications professionals, business owners, engineers, economists, academicians, researchers, and scientists.

Thirupathi Manickam , M.Com, M.Phil, B.Ed, TN-SET, KSET, Ph.D., works as an Assistant professor in the Department of Professional Studies at CHRIST (Deemed To Be University), Bangalore. It is one of the leading institutions in Bangalore, Karnataka, and the institution is Accredited by NIRF, NBA and NAAC Accredited university. He has more than seven years of teaching and Research experience. He has 67 citations and four h-Index. He has published 25 research papers in Scopus, Web of Science, UGC-CARE, and UGC-approved and leading international journals, and 14 presented papers at national and international conferences. He has also participated in over 40 seminars, conferences, FDP & workshops at the National and International Levels. His areas of expertise are Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Financial Management, Management Accounting, Taxation, Digital Marketing and Technology Management.

Sriram Ananthan is a Canadian writer, professor, and entrepreneur, Dr. Sriram Ananthan, has harbored an unwavering desire since his earliest memories – to lead a life brimming with fulfillment and achieve all of his dreams. Even during his formative years, he possessed the foresight that he could attain substantial success. Recognizing that education would be the cornerstone in realizing his aspirations, Dr. Sriram Ananthan pursued a Ph.D. in Marketing Management and holds an MBA. Armed with the knowledge he acquired during his academic pursuits, Sriram secured a position at a bank, where he served as an investment adviser at Royal Bank of Scotland. With over 20 years of industrial experience and a successful business that he has been running since 2009, he excelled in his 9-to-5 role and continued to learn and grow in the field of marketing. However, he sensed that his talents could be more effectively utilized in guiding other professionals towards success. This realization prompted his gradual transition into the role of an entrepreneur. Today, drawing upon over two decades of comprehensive business development experience, Sriram passionately serves as a professor, mentoring young professionals as they embark on their entrepreneurial journeys. Through these interactions, he communicates with and inspires them to toil diligently, amass knowledge, and above all, relentlessly pursue their dreams – just as he has done. In addition to his academic and entrepreneurial pursuits, Dr. Ananthan is the founder of shifttocanada.com, settlen.com, and hightablepublishing.com. He is also a devoted yoga practitioner, enriching his own life through the practice. Furthermore, he is a prolific author, having written over 20 books across various fields, cementing his reputation as a versatile and accomplished writer.

S. Gopalakrishnan presently working as head-dept. Of commerce, and professor, department of commerce & management, east point group of institutions, bengaluru. He has 26 years of experience including 12 years of industry and 14 years of commerce & management teaching experience. He was holding responsibilities of r&d head, vice principal in his previous assignments and he has got an international experience of 1 year worked in nigeria as lecturer-coordinator at university of uyo. His industry experience includes holding positions like senior manager - education & training at pentagon global solutions-chennai, academics head at aptech limited-chennai, hod for department of management. He had conducted several communication and personality development workshops in various institutes. He is a holder of a patent and authored more than 25 publications in indexed, national level and international journals. He has also written 3 booksin “strategic management and healthcare” recommended for mba syllabus bangalore university. He was awarded with a research project for 8 lakhs on “solid waste management” by central government department icssr (indian council for social sciences research, new delhi). He acted as a resource person for several conferences and seminars addressing the students and faculty members in various topics of social sciences. He was also involved in several university assignments like online teaching, webinars, curriculum design, mass communication through tv/internet He organized several international, national conferences, seminars, workshops and faculty developments programmes sponsored by aicte, vtu and several other bodies. His professional association includes, iste & bma.

Chandan A. Chavadi , a distinguished academician with a Ph.D. from Karnatak University, MBA in Marketing, and B.E. in Electronics and Communication, is the Dean and Professor at Presidency Business School. With 37 research papers, 1 book, 2 book reviews, and 6 book chapters published, he has made significant contributions to management. His work, “Impact of Customer Characteristics on Retail Format Selection,” demonstrates leadership in cutting-edge research. Chavadi has also played a pivotal role in institutional development, serving as a principal presenter during NAAC accreditation cycles and contributing significantly to autonomous system implementation for the MBA department.