Trai to release satellite spectrum allocation recommendations for India

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) will soon release recommendations for satellite spectrum allocation. This aims to support satellite-based broadband services in India. The government will review these recommendations before making decisions on spectrum distribution. Telecom companies like Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel advocate for spectrum auctions, while satellite firms such as Starlink and Amazon's Project Kuiper prefer administrative allocation. The discussions have highlighted differing views on how to create a fair competitive environment. Trai's recent open-house discussions focused on the terms for assigning satellite spectrum. Reliance Jio emphasized the need for equal rules for all service providers, while Starlink argued for consumer choice in affordable satellite broadband services.