(a) whether the television spectrum is able to provide internet access over much
larger distances than traditional WiFi;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the present status of the research in the world
in this regard;
(c) whether the Government proposes to conduct any research in the country; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(SHRI MILIND DEORA)
(a)to(d) As per Radio Regulations and provisions of National Frequency Allocation
Plan-2011 (NFAP-2011), television spectrum used in VHF 47-68 MHz & 174-230 MHz and
in UHF 470-960 MHz. In the present context the UHF frequency band 698-806 MHz has been
identified by World Radiocommunication Conference of International Telecommunication
Union (ITU) for International Mobile Telecommunication (IMT) applications. WiFi uses
2.4 GHz band which is a delicenced band and its coverage is restricted. In India the
frequency band 698-806 MHz for IMT is proposed to be used as per best international
practices and as per channeling plan approved by ITU.