Vodafone-Idea completes minimum rollout obligation for 5G networks

Debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea on Friday said it has completed the minimum rollout obligation for 5G networks.

Vodafone Idea (VIL) had acquired spectrum to provide 5G services in 17 telecom circles in 2022.

“Vodafone Idea has completed its Minimum Rollout Obligation (MRO) across all Vi 5G circles on both spectrum bands,” the company said in a statement.

VIL had acquired 50 MHz spectrum in 3,300 Mhz band across 17 circles each for Rs 15,137.75 crore through auctions that were held in 2022.