India, June 5 -- The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has reaffirmed its stance on the administrative allocation of satellite communication (satcom) spectrum, pricing it at 4% of the operators' adjusted gross revenue (AGR) for a five-year term. This decision, despite objections from telecom operators represented by the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), underscores TRAI's commitment to fostering a diverse and competitive telecommunications landscape.

Balancing innovation and fair competition

COAI, representing industry players like Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, has raised concerns that the proposed spectrum pricing favours satellite operators, potentially disrupting the competitive equilibrium. They argue that...