Budget 2025: Digital infrastructure cos seek reforms in power tariffs, tax structure

Digital infrastructure providers have made a strong pitch for reforms in power tariffs and tax structure, saying the telecom segment faces “several critical challenges” that require immediate attention in the upcoming budget. Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) wants implementation of industrial electricity rates for telecom infrastructure across all states and union territories, following the progressive model already adopted by Maharashtra, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana.