The government is likely to make the February 2015 spectrum auction ?mega? by combining 2G renewals of 1800/900MHz bands with additional 3G sale in 2100MHz. This move is in line with Telecom Regulatory Authority (TRAI) recommendation to increase spectrum availability and is subject to defence vacating 15MHz (three blocks) of 3G spectrum. A mega auction with 3G spectrum sale in 2100MHz across 22 circles alongside 1800/900MHz bands although will result in increased spend by incumbents but higher spectrum availability will aid in softening auction bids and wins will make way for 3G network expansions and multiplying capacities. Leading incumbents are missing 3G spectrum in several circles and roaming agreements are no substitute to own spectrum
