“I think 5G network will be available in the entire state within one-and-a-half to two years," Sakhlecha said
The 5G auction and steps outlined for bidding will open up newer avenues for deeper penetration, access and rich user experience, Peeyush Vaish, Partner and Telecom Sector Leader, Deloitte India, said
The high speed data services will be launched in Siliguri soon and the north Bengal city will be second in the state after Kolkata where the company will offer its 5G services.
The Trai had recommended a base price for this frequency range and suggested that it can be used for both mobiles as well as satellite services.
The comment assumes significance as the Union Cabinet has approved the modalities for holding 5G spectrum auction, and 72 GHz of radio waves will be put on the block by July-end
