Spectrum Allocation for Satellite Services: Point-to-Point Only
Dec 19, 2023 16:47
India's Telecommunications Bill proposes administrative spectrum allocation for satellite communication companies, but only for point-to-point connections. Learn more about the implications for satellite service providers.
New Delhi, Dec 19 (PTI) The government will allocate spectrum to satellite services companies only for point-to-point connection and not for direct transmission of services to retail consumers, sources said on Tuesday.
The Telecommunications Bill, 2023 has proposed allocation of spectrum to satellite communication companies through the administrative method which means without auction.
"The administrative allocation of spectrum to satellite companies will be for point-to-point connection only. If they will provide services like access service providers (mobile operators), then allocation will be through auction," a source who did not wish to be identified, said.
He said the government will be open to amend the telecommunications law as per market dynamics and requirement.
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