Inter-ministerial panel Telecom Commission will meet on July 14 to talk the suggestions of sectoral regulator TRAI on broadband services that may lead to reduction in landline call rates. It may also consider TRAI recommendation on allowing virtual network operators (VNO) to operate in the country.
They are expected operate as retailer of different telecom operators under one roof and provide one bill to customers for a host of services. As per the recommendations, a VNO would offer all telecom services permitted under new licences. It is expected to reduce marketing and sales cost of telecom firms struggling in the sector besides sharing some operational expenses too. “The meeting is scheduled for July 14. TRAI recommendation on improving broadband are to be discussed at the meet.”