700 MHz Spectrum allotment to BSNL under examination – Minister

NEW DELHI: The proposal by state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) for allotment of spectrum in the 700 MHz band or 2100 MHz band for 4G services is “under examination”, the Lok Sabha was informed today.

“…BSNL has requested for allotment of one 5 MHz slot in 700 MHz Band for pan-India (excluding Delhi and Mumbai) for 4G/LTE service through equity fusion route or an allocation of 5 MHz slot in 2100 MHz band temporarily for one year on payment,” Telecom Minister Manoj Sinha said. .. (Courtesy: ET)