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Domestic firms accuse GFGNL of breaching telecom norms
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 02:46 AM
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Industry players claim Gujarat Fiber Grid Network Limited is violating established regulations, prompting concerns over market fairness.
Several domestic telecom firms have raised objections to Gujarat Fiber Grid Network Limited (GFGNL), alleging that the company is not adhering to the sector's regulatory framework. The complaints focus on perceived deviations from licensing conditions and procedural norms that govern network deployment and service provision.
According to the firms, GFGNL's actions could give it an undue competitive edge, potentially distorting market dynamics and affecting smaller operators. They have urged the regulator to investigate the matter and enforce corrective measures.
The issue has drawn attention from other stakeholders, including BSNL, which highlighted restrictive conditions it faces in the current telecom environment. While BSNL's concerns are separate, they underscore broader challenges within the industry regarding policy implementation and fair competition.
Regulatory authorities have yet to issue a formal response, but sources indicate that a review of GFGNL's compliance may be underway. The outcome could have significant implications for infrastructure development and market entry norms in India's telecom sector.
Industry analysts suggest that stricter oversight could restore confidence among domestic players and ensure a level playing field as the sector expands its services across the country.
According to the firms, GFGNL's actions could give it an undue competitive edge, potentially distorting market dynamics and affecting smaller operators. They have urged the regulator to investigate the matter and enforce corrective measures.
The issue has drawn attention from other stakeholders, including BSNL, which highlighted restrictive conditions it faces in the current telecom environment. While BSNL's concerns are separate, they underscore broader challenges within the industry regarding policy implementation and fair competition.
Regulatory authorities have yet to issue a formal response, but sources indicate that a review of GFGNL's compliance may be underway. The outcome could have significant implications for infrastructure development and market entry norms in India's telecom sector.
Industry analysts suggest that stricter oversight could restore confidence among domestic players and ensure a level playing field as the sector expands its services across the country.