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TRAI proposes new satellite spectrum charges
Voice and Data
|May 2025
TRAI's proposal for satellite spectrum allocation aims to enhance Internet access and drive digital inclusion across India.
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has proposed administrative allocation of spectrum for satellite-based communication services to accelerate the rollout of satellite internet in India. On 9 May, TRAI outlined a plan that includes a minimum annual usage fee of Rs 3,500 per MHz for spectrum blocks, with an additional 4% levy on Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR). The spectrum allocation will be valid for five years, with an option for a two-year extension.
This story is from the May 2025 edition of Voice and Data.
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