The Indian Telecom network capacity is a function of multiple parameters like spectrum allocation, number of sites (base stations), number of components on each site (no. of antennae, their frequency range, TRxs, etc). Theoretical calculations also require assumptions on busy hour usage – which may differ for regions and services.Continue Reading
The Indian Telecom Regulator’s Spectrum sharing guidelines, if accepted by the DoT, is positive for the incumbent operators. If used effectively, spectrum sharing can serve as a cost-efficient mechanism to enhance mobile network capacity and quality. For example, 5 MHz of paired spectrum (in GSM) can be used to carryContinue Reading
The recent Spectrum Auction has brought much-needed clarity on the Spectrum Roadmap for Telecom Sector in India. Mobile operators have made significant investments in spectrum in Feb-14 auctions. To monetize this spectrum better, the operators need to increase their footprint geographically and ensure that their network is data-ready. Encouragingly, dataContinue Reading
Now that we have a clear Spectrum Policy (Auction is the only way), Mergers & Acquisition is something that will come in the limelight along with interconnect fees as the new Government takes over. In this backdrop, incumbent Vodafone is already exploring Merger / Acquisition with Tata DoCoMo which isContinue Reading
Dr Rahul Khullar, Chairman, Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), met some institutional investors and analysts, to share the regulator’s views on Indian telecom sector post the recent round of spectrum auctions. The regulator took credit of the recently concluded auction by saying Average spectrum holding of telecom operators inContinue Reading
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