Time for telcos to reap returns on investments by levy rationalisation and tariff hike, says EY

The challenge is to keep 180 million 2G customers connected and encourage them to move to 4G

NEW DELHI: Reduction in levies and tariff hikes are required for telecom operators in the country to reap the benefit of investments they have made in digital infrastructure, according to experts in the sector.

Private operators have invested around Rs 70,000 crore in telecom infrastructure and radiowave assets this year to expand the coverage of next-generation 5G services in 2024 for the sector. However, the challenge is to keep 180 million 2G customers connected and encourage them to move to 4G for inclusive growth.