Spectrum for satcom services won't be auctioned: Govt to Lok Sabha

The Indian government has reaffirmed its plan to allocate spectrum for satellite-based communication services administratively, with a fee, rather than through auctions. However, exceptions may be made for public interest or governmental functions. The Department of Telecommunications is awaiting recommendations from the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on spectrum pricing and terms, considering fair competition with terrestrial services.