TRAI?s recommendations on spectrum pricing clearly illustrate that progressive is not equal to practical. TRAI has issued recommendations on spectrum-related issues, which sound progressive on paper but do not take into the account the practicalities of the financial health of the sector, and the stage of evolution of the Indian telecom market. The increased cost of the recommendations, if accepted, will either be borne by the industry (which is not in a position to bear it) or by the consumer who is struggling with inflation. Either way, the recommendations are sure to dent investor sentiment in the sector.

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