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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has officially responded to the Department of Telecommunications regarding spectrum allocation for Public Mobile Radio Trunking Services. This comes after DoT sent a back-reference in July 2025 seeking reconsideration of TRAI's original 2018 recommendations. The PMRTS spectrum allocation is crucial for sectors requiring reliable mobile radio communication like public safety and transport. TRAI's complete response is now available on their official website for stakeholders to review.

Key Points: TRAI Responds to DoT Back-Reference on PMRTS Spectrum Allocation

  • TRAI responds to DoT's 2025 back-reference on PMRTS spectrum allocation methods
  • Original 2018 recommendations followed detailed industry consultation process
  • PMRTS serves critical sectors including public safety and utilities
  • Government sought reconsideration of certain points from 2018 TRAI recommendations
  • Final response now available on TRAI's official website for public access
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TRAI issues response to DoT's back-reference on spectrum allocation for PMRTS

TRAI issues official response to DoT's 2025 back-reference seeking reconsideration of 2018 spectrum allocation recommendations for Public Mobile Radio Trunking Service

"DoT has informed TRAI that the TRAI's recommendations dated 20.07.2018 have been considered by the Government - Telecom Regulatory Authority of India"

New Delhi, September 30

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has on Tuesday released its official response to a back-reference from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), concerning TRAI's recommendations on the method of spectrum allocation for Public Mobile Radio Trunking Service (PMRTS).

The original recommendations, dated 20 July 2018, stem from a reference made by the DoT on 13 July 2017. In that communication, the DoT had sought TRAI's views under Section 11(1)(a) of the TRAI Act, 1997, on devising a transparent mechanism for allocating spectrum for PMRTS -- including the possibility of using auctions.

According to a release by TRAI, following a detailed consultation process with industry stakeholders and other relevant parties, TRAI submitted its comprehensive recommendations in July 2018.

The recommendations aimed at ensuring a fair and transparent method for spectrum allocation in the PMRTS segment, which plays a vital role in sectors requiring reliable and secure mobile radio communication services, such as public safety, transport, and utilities.

After reviewing the 2018 recommendations, the DoT sent a back-reference to TRAI on 21 July 2025, informing that the Government had considered the recommendations and requesting a reconsideration of certain points.

"In this regard, DoT, through a back-reference dated 21.07.2025, has informed TRAI that the TRAI's recommendations dated 20.07.2018 have been considered by the Government and sought reconsidered recommendations of TRAI on certain recommendations," the telecom regulatory authority added in a release.

Following a thorough examination of the DoT's views, TRAI has now finalised its response to the back-reference. The response has been made available on TRAI's official website at www.trai.gov.in, the regulator said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Why does it take 7 years for the government to respond to TRAI's recommendations? This delay affects critical infrastructure development. We need faster decision-making processes.
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Arjun K
Good to see transparent processes being followed. Spectrum allocation should be fair and benefit public services. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Sarah B
As someone working in the transport sector, reliable communication is essential. Hope this leads to better PMRTS services across India. The consultation process seems thorough.
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Vikram M
Auctions might be good for revenue but could make services expensive for essential sectors. Need balanced approach for public safety services.
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Michael C
Appreciate that the response is publicly available on TRAI website. Transparency in regulatory processes builds public trust. Good step forward!

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