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The DoT has also sought suggestions on the issue from its technical arm, Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC). If the penalty is not levied, it will benefit Adani and Vodafone Idea, which have not met the conditions. Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel have already met the minimum targets.
While Vodafone Idea had bought spectrum in the 26 GHz band as well as in the mid-band (3300-3600 MHz), Adani bought airwaves only in the 26 GHz band. Vodafone Idea bought mid-band spectrum in 17 circles and 26 GHz airwaves in 16 circles whereas Adani bought spectrum in six circles.
Learn why Vodafone Idea and Adani Data Networks have been penalized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for failing to meet 5G rollout obligations. Find out the reasons for the delay and the potential fines they may face.
While Indian operator Reliance Jio claims to have completed its national 5G rollout, and rival Bharti Airtel hopes to complete it by March, Vodafone Idea and new market entrant Adani Data Networks may be facing fines for not meeting the minimum 5G rollout obligations that have been set.
DoT: As per the report, the telecom department has also issued notices to both companies to seek the reasons for the delay and the timelines by which they will be launching services.