GSMA Statement on Telecom Commission of India Decision on Spectrum

Anne Bouverot, Director General of the GSMA, commented: "To ensure that India's spectrum policy meets the demands of society both now and in the future, we urgently call on the TRAI and the members of the Empowered Group of Ministers to listen to the advice given by business leaders, economists and the mobile industry, in setting a fair price for new spectrum, before making a final decision."

Anne Bouverot, Director General of the GSMA, commented: "To ensure that India's spectrum policy meets the demands of society both now and in the future, we urgently call on the TRAI and the members of the Empowered Group of Ministers to listen to the advice given by business leaders, economists and the mobile industry, in setting a fair price for new spectrum, before making a final decision."

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