BIF seeks direct spectrum allocation for private 5G networks to enterprises

Industry body BIF on Thursday batted for direct allocation of spectrum for private 5G networks to enterprises at a nominal administrative fee, as the war of words intensified between telcos and tech companies on the vexed issue of captive networks ahead of spectrum auction for next-generation services.

Dismissing the position of telecom operators on the matter, Broadband India Forum (BIF) argued that the stance that private 5G networks would lead to revenue losses for the telcos, as expressed by certain entities, is a “misconception”.

BIF also said indoor private campus networks do not truncate legitimate revenue of the telecom service providers but help to enhance productivity and efficiency.