According to union communications minister, the government’s decision to grant Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) a 10-year moratorium on adjusted gross revenue (AGR) liabilities was based strictly on a supreme court judgment and does not automatically extend to other telecom operators, amid reports that other large players are seeking similar relief.
Responding to a query on whether the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has received any official communication from other telcos seeking comparable treatment, he said that the decision was rooted in the apex court’s recognition of Vi as a special case.
The minister also said Bhaarat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is expected to report both revenue growth and operating profit for the financial year ending March 31, 2026.
On the Sanchar Sathi app, he described the initiative as a huge success. He added that India has set a target of contributing 10 per cent of global patents to future 6G standards, while also moving closer to achieving complete 4G saturation nationwide.
