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Detailed explanation-1: -Cabinet approves 4-year moratorium for telecom companies | Latest News India - Hindustan Times.
Detailed explanation-2: -The number of mobile towers increased from 400, 000 in 2014 to 660, 000 in 2021. Similarly, the number of Mobile Base Transceiver Stations have grown rapidly by 187% and increased from 800, 000 in 2014 to 2.3 mn in 2021. Rural tele-density jumps from 44% in March 2014 to 58% in October 2022.
Detailed explanation-3: -The increase in daily subscriber base, along with employment generation and new business opportunities, attracts investment opportunities in this sector. The 5G services in India are expected to go live by the end of 2022. This will allow the telecom industry to cross $ 133.33 Bn mark by 2023.
Detailed explanation-4: -Strengthen research and development efforts in the country and provide an impetus to build world-class manufacturing capabilities. Achieve efficiency and transparency in spectrum management. Protect the defence & security interests of the country. Enable Indian Telecom Companies to become truly global players.
Detailed explanation-5: -In October 2021, the government notified 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) via the automatic route from previous 49% in the telecommunications sector. FDI of up to 100% is permitted for infrastructure providers offering dark fibre, electronic mail and voice mail.