Spectrum Auction: TRAI to submit views on spectrum pricing in 15 days

Telecom regulator Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is expected to submit its views in 15 days on a few clarifications requested by the Department of Telecom (DoT) on the pricing and valuation of the spectrum for sale auctions proposed in February, 2014.

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“The DoT has asked for clarification of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India about the pricing and valuation of waves 800 MHz, 900 MHz and 1800 MHz,” according to a report.

“We have received a reference from the Department of Telecom Friday and will try to submit the recommendations reviewed in 15 days calendar or even earlier,”said an official source.

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Concluding comments by the TRAI regarding the case will be then placed before Committee interdepartmental telecom Council for a final appeal.

The next round of auction is proposed to be held in February 2015 and the Narendra Modi government which is estimated to collect at least Rs. 9,355 billion.