* He also said Trai has received a reference from the
Department of Telecommunication for the spectrum required to be put to auction and associated aspects of satellite-based communication.
* The regulator is yet to come up with a consultation paper on the spectrum auction as per the standard process meant for satellite communication.
About satellite communication :
* Satellite communication refers to any communication link that involves the use of an artificial satellite in its propagation path.
* Satellite communications play a vital role in modern life.
* There are over 2000 artificial satellites in use.
* They can be found in geostationary, Molniya, elliptical, and low Earth orbits and are used for traditional point-to-point communications, mobile applications, and the distribution of TV and radio programs.
* Satellite communications tend to use high-frequency signals.
TRAI is in discussion with experts and regulators worldwide for a suitable model and the consultation paper will be floated after those discussions are over. While
telecom operators have proposed to allocate spectrum through an auction for satellite communication, satellite industry players have opposed it..
Source : NDTV
