Background - SANOG (South Asian Network Operators Group)

A Journey of Regional Growth

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January 2003

The Inception

The first South Asian Network Operators Group meeting was held in Kathmandu, Nepal. This landmark event was supported by APNIC and several international organizations, marking the birth of a formal community for regional network operators.

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2003 - 2010

Building the Foundation

SANOG quickly evolved into a biannual event rotating across South Asian nations. The community focused on developing local technical expertise, establishing mailing lists, and creating a neutral ground for competitors to share best practices.

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2011 - 2020

Educational Expansion

Introduction of intensive hands-on workshops and tutorial tracks. SANOG became instrumental in regional IPv6 adoption and Internet exchange point (IXP) development through targeted technical training.

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Today

A Resilient Community

SANOG remains the premier technical forum in South Asia, fostering a robust network of operators, engineers, and researchers dedicated to a secure, stable, and open Internet across the region.

Regional Context

South Asia is home to one of the world's most rapidly expanding digital populations. The unique geographical and socio-economic landscape requires a specialized approach to networking infrastructure and policy coordination.

SANOG's role is critical in bridging the digital divide by facilitating the transfer of technical knowledge from global experts to regional practitioners. By focusing on local challenges—such as international connectivity costs, routing security, and localized content delivery—SANOG ensures that South Asia's digital growth is sustainable and technically sound.

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Global Standards

Implementing global best practices in a regional context.

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Local Expertise

Empowering local engineers through world-class training.

"Connecting the diverse digital landscapes of South Asia since 2003."