Why has Trai asked DoT to consider previous recommendations for the next spectrum auction
Supreme Court notice
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has asked the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to consider its previous recommendations for the next spectrum auction due to several reasons. Here are the key points:
- Continuity: TRAI believes that considering its previous recommendations will provide continuity and consistency in spectrum allocation policies.
- Efficiency: The previous recommendations were made after extensive analysis and stakeholder consultations, ensuring an efficient use of spectrum resources.
- Past successes: TRAI's recommendations have proven to be effective in the past, leading to successful spectrum auctions.
- Industry feedback: Feedback from the telecom industry regarding the previous recommendations has been positive, further supporting their consideration.
- Save time and resources: By considering existing recommendations, the DoT can save time and resources as the groundwork has already been done.
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