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January 01, 2026

Panel to reassess amount that will be binding on both

- URVI MALVANIA

THE UNION CABINET on Wednesday approved a fresh relief package for Vodafone Idea, freezing its adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues at ₹87,695 crore as on December 31, 2025, granting a five-year interest-free moratorium on payments, and clearing the way for a reassessment of the capped statutory charge.

The move offers near-term relief to the financially stressed telecom operator while deferring a final resolution of its liabilities.

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