It is the right of every party to approach govt'

Is Vodafone Idea (Vi) in conversation with the government right now on getting relief linked to AGR (adjusted gross revenue) dues, after the apex court rejected the plea?

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Vi has been in conversation with the government for a long period and we've also taken equity in Vodafone. We have converted ₹36,000 crore of our dues into equity. We are now at 49 per cent holding in Vi, and we do not intend to increase that equity.

What other form of relief can the government give the telco?

That's not something that I can discuss with you at this point.

What about Airtel? It had also approached the government for conversion of dues into equity.

Each application will be studied by the department, and a decision will be taken. It is the right of every party to approach the government, and it is the right of the government to take a decision.

So, no decision has been taken on Airtel as well?

No.

Is duopoly situation in the telecom space a concern for the government?

My job is to provide multiple players, whether it's in satellite, or broadband, or internet service providers or telcos.

What is the roadmap ahead for BSNL and MTNL?