{"id":1308204,"date":"2026-04-11T10:37:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T05:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1308204"},"modified":"2026-04-11T10:37:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T05:07:14","slug":"bsnl-vi-can-soon-share-towers-spectrum-for-improved-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/bsnl-vi-can-soon-share-towers-spectrum-for-improved-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"BSNL, Vi Can Soon Share Towers, Spectrum For Improved Performance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Two rivals, one network dream\u2014sharing towers to reach every home.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vodafone Idea and BSNL Explore Infrastructure Sharing to Boost 5G<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s telecom operators Vodafone Idea (Vi) and state-owned BSNL are in early discussions to share towers, fiber networks, and spectrum. The move aims to reduce duplication, cut costs, and accelerate network expansion, especially as both prepare for broader 5G rollout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-11-at-10.36.08-AM-1024x571.png\" alt=\"BSNL, Vi Can Soon Share Towers, Spectrum For Improved Performance\" class=\"wp-image-1308239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-11-at-10.36.08-AM-1024x571.png 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-11-at-10.36.08-AM-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-11-at-10.36.08-AM-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-11-at-10.36.08-AM.png 1262w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Collaboration Makes Sense<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Both operators face capital expenditure constraints, making resource <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcrwireless.com\/20260325\/5g\/vi-bsnl-sharing-india\">optimization critical.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sharing infrastructure could improve coverage in underserved areas and reduce operational costs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) confirmed talks and parliamentary committees have expressed support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5G Rollout Implications<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vi began 5G deployment in August 2025 in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram and plans further expansion with an INR 450 billion ($4.9 billion) investment over three years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BSNL is still upgrading its mobile network, having launched 4G recently, and is preparing for its 5G rollout.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint use of towers and spectrum could accelerate both operators\u2019 5G deployment and enhance competitiveness against Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Industry Perspective<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Analysts suggest collaboration could create a \u201cstronger third network,\u201d improving consumer experience without immediately affecting tariffs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment vendors may see softened orders in the short term during the analysis and planning phase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Shared towers, shared spectrum\u2014a stronger network for every Indian home.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vodafone Idea and BSNL are discussing joint use of towers, fiber, and spectrum to reduce costs and expand network coverage. The collaboration could speed up 5G deployment, improve service quality, and ease capex pressure on both operators. Analysts view it as a positive move for consumers and a potential \u201cstronger third network\u201d in India\u2019s competitive telecom market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gizbot.com\/telecom\/news\/bsnl-rising-and-vi-declining-over-2-million-added-3-million-lost-in-a-month-trai-reports-011-121209.html\">Image Source<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two rivals, one network dream\u2014sharing towers to reach every home. Vodafone Idea and BSNL Explore Infrastructure Sharing to Boost 5G India\u2019s telecom operators Vodafone Idea (Vi) and state-owned BSNL are in early discussions to share towers, fiber networks, and spectrum. 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