Trai expects 5G spectrum auction recommendation within quarter: R S Sharma

However, nearly 60 per cent of the radio waves, including premium 4G bands, remained unsold in that auction

The telecom regulator Trai expects to finalise recommendation for the country's largest ever spectrum auction within a quarter, a top official said. 
 

"We have completed the consultation process (for spectrum auction) and are drafting the recommendations," Trai Chairman RS Sharma told PTI here. 
 

He was replying to queries around India's readiness for 5G and regulatory environment in the country.
 

When asked about timeline for the recommendations, he said "very soon...May be within quarter".
 

Spectrum is the main connecting link for roll out of 5G services in India. The government will allocate spectrum to telecom operators through auction, which is largely