The Government of India has announced the guidelines for auction and allotment of the 3G spectrum. The 2.1 GHz bands wll be allocated for 3G services by conducting an auction.
An individual who holds an UAS license and has past experience of running 3G telecom services can bid for 3G spectrum. The auction will be held in blocks of 2×5 MHz in the 2.1 GHz band. Depending on the availability in different areas, the number of blocks to be auctioned will vary from 5-10. The technolgy used should co-exist with other technologies, services and applications operating in the 2.1 GHz band. MTNL will be allocated one block in Delhi and Mumbai metro service areas and BSNL in other service areas at a price equal to the highest bid in the respective service area. Soon a committe will be named by the Government, which will develop the auction process.
Wireless Federation » Indian Government announces 3G spectrum auction guidelines (India)
Indian Government announces 3G spectrum auction guidelines (India)
- August 5th, 2008
- 11:27 am
