Telcos to govt: Direct spectrum for private networks distorts level playfield

In the ongoing war of words between the telecom operators and technology players over the direct allocation of spectrum for private networks, the telcos have written to the government that administrative allocation of airwaves to private networks gives tech players a backdoor entry to provide 5G services to enterprises. They have said if allowed, this would upset the level-play field as tech players are not subject to regulatory compliances and payment of taxes, as telcos are.