TRAI has invited Comments from stake holders on the pricing of 2100MHz Spectrum in the Feb-2015 Auction.
In our view, augmenting the supply of spectrum in the 2100MHz band would help the telecom operators expand their 3G footprint and would be beneficial to Indian subscribers. We believe it would ensure availability of enough 3G spectrum (900+2100MHz), which might result in a more rationalized bidding process. It could also allow for further consolidation in the industry which, in our view, would benefit the top three operators.
