NEW DELHI : The spectrum auction for mobile services will start on May 20, according to a notice inviting applications released by the Department of Telecom on Friday. The government will auction eight spectrum bands at a base price of Rs 96,317.65 crore. All the available spectrum in 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, 2500 MHz, 3300 MHz, and 26 GHz bands will be part of the auction. “The Department of Telecom (DoT) has initiated the spectrum auction to augment the existing telecom services and maintain continuity of services. “The cumulative reserve price of the 10523.15 MHz spectrum put to auction is Rs 96,317.65 crore,” the statement added.

Source: Indian Express March 09, 2024 03:36 UTC