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New qos norms: impractical and burdensome for telcos!

“The proposed QoS norms are not only impractical but also create a huge burden on telecom operators,” he added.

The Proposed QoS Norms: A Closer Look

The proposed QoS norms aim to ensure that telecom operators provide a minimum level of quality to their customers. However, the proposed norms are not without controversy. The telecom operators have expressed concerns that the proposed norms will increase their operational costs and may lead to a decrease in the quality of services.

Key Concerns of Telecom Operators

  • The proposed QoS norms require telecom operators to provide a minimum level of quality to their customers, which may be difficult to achieve, especially in areas with limited infrastructure.

    telecom carriers face numerous challenges that hinder the provision of quality of service to customers.

    Challenges Faced by Telecom Carriers

    The telecom industry is plagued by several challenges that hinder the provision of Quality of Service (QoS) to its customers. Some of the key challenges faced by telecom carriers include:

  • Right of Way (RoW) issues: Telecom carriers face difficulties in obtaining the necessary permissions and approvals to install and maintain their infrastructure. This can lead to delays and increased costs. Interference from other networks: Other wireless networks can interfere with the telecom carrier’s signals, leading to poor QoS performance.

    The industry body has also called for a fair-share from these players to compensate for the losses incurred by the telecom operators.

    The Strain on Telecom Networks

    The massive traffic generated by large traffic generators (LTGs) has put a significant strain on telecom networks across India. These networks, which were designed to handle a certain volume of traffic, are now being pushed to their limits. The strain is not only affecting the quality of service but also leading to increased costs for telecom operators.

    The Impact on Telecom Operators

  • Increased costs: The strain on telecom networks is leading to increased costs for telecom operators. These costs are being passed on to consumers in the form of higher tariffs. Decreased quality of service: The strain on networks is also affecting the quality of service. This can lead to dropped calls, slow data speeds, and other issues that affect the overall user experience. Losses for telecom operators: The strain on networks is also leading to losses for telecom operators. These losses can be significant, especially for smaller operators who may not have the resources to absorb the increased costs. ## The Call for a Fair-Share*

    • The Call for a Fair-Share

    COAI has called for a fair-share from large traffic generators (LTGs) to compensate for the losses incurred by telecom operators.

    “It creates an environment where telcos can exploit their market power to stifle competition from OTT players, thereby limiting consumer choice and innovation.”

    The Unregulated OTT Landscape

    The lack of regulation in the OTT space has significant implications for consumers, businesses, and the overall economy. Here are some key points to consider:

  • OTT services are not subject to the same security and compliance norms as traditional telcos. This lack of regulation creates an uneven playing field, where telcos can exploit their market power to stifle competition from OTT players. The absence of regulation limits consumer choice and innovation, as OTT players are unable to compete on an equal footing with telcos. The unregulated OTT landscape also raises concerns about data privacy and security, as OTT services often handle sensitive user data. ### The Impact on Consumers

    • The Impact on Consumers

    Consumers are the primary beneficiaries of OTT services, but they are also the most vulnerable to the lack of regulation. Here are some ways in which consumers are affected:

  • Limited choice: The lack of regulation limits consumer choice, as OTT players are unable to compete with telcos on an equal footing.

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