Trai seeks more powers to settle connectivity tiffs

Baijal said only Telecom Disputes Settlement and Appelate Tribunal TDSAT, can settle disputes and that its ruling itself prohibits Trai from settling disputes. 8216;8216;In the case of interconnection, the entire matter begins with a dispute and no general ruling is possible,8217;8217; he said.

CPM8217;s Nilotpal Basu accused Baijal of not conducting Trai8217;s duties and of favouring private operators over the telecom PSUs earlier this week. 8216;8216;How can Baijal say he is not a policeman8230; The Trai Act empowers the Authority to ensure compliance of licence terms and conditions,8217;8217; Basu had said. Basu also demanded Baijal8217;s resignation, saying his decisions cost BSNL around Rs 2,000 crore.