Reliance Jio Infocomm Ltd, the telecom arm of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), disclosed on June 26 its acquisition of additional spectrum in the 1800 MHz band in Bihar and West Bengal, in the latest spectrum auctions. The digital services provider said this move is intended to strengthen its network infrastructure and improve service quality in these areas.
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Jio stated that it has expanded its 1800 MHz band spectrum in Bihar by 5.0 MHz (paired) and in West Bengal by 9.4 MHz (paired), amounting to a total of 14.4 MHz (paired). The total cost for this spectrum acquisition stands at Rs 973.63 crore, it said. The spectrum cost mentioned above can be paid in 20 equal annual instalments, with an interest rate of 8.65% per annum, as per the spectrum auction terms.
Jio said this move solidifies its position with a spectrum footprint now totaling 26,801 MHz (uplink + downlink), reinforcing its leadership in bandwidth-efficient technologies such as 4G and 5G deployment. The company aims to address specific geographical demands and ensure an optimal customer experience nationwide.
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Akash M Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited, emphasized the significance of this acquisition in advancing Jio’s commitment to India’s Digital Vision. He highlighted Jio’s rapid deployment of Stand Alone 5G networks and its dedication to providing transformative digital solutions to all Indians, not limited to urban areas.
Ambani said, “We have already demonstrated our commitment to the Digital India Vision by rolling out one of the world’s fastest and widest Stand Alone 5G networks within 12 months of allotment of spectrum. This new spectrum acquisition will continue to enable us serving aspirations of the new India, in terms of growing traffic demands and superior customer experience, which is no longer limited to only urban markets. We want every Indian to enjoy the transformational benefits of Jio’s next generation of digital solutions.”
