TRAI quizzes MTNL on WLL-based mobile service

The TRAI has also sought to know how MTNL would implement the Calling Party Pays CPP and how the revenue would be shared in such a case with a private basic operator. Under the CPP, callers calling cellphones or the mobile WLL phone in this case, are required to pay four times the amount charged for a normal three-minute call. This revenue is then shared between the cellphone operator and the basic operator.

The TRAI is now likely to release a consultation paper on the issue for a wider discussion following its normal process of open houses. This could imply a wait of over a month for MTNL before it gets the green signal for launching its 8220;poor man8217;s cellular phone8221;.

WLL use cleared

TRAI has already cleared use of wireless technology WLL for providing basic service normal landline phones. This will be useful in areas where there is more demand and lack of cables which are normally dubbed TNF technically non-feasible. This will help clearing of waiting lists in localised pockets.