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TRAI maps spectrum pricing for vehicle wireless tech paving the road for autonomous cars safely
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Published on 30 April 2026
Roadside units could get new spectrum rules
India’s telecom regulator TRAI has started exploring how spectrum should be allocated and priced for wireless communication between vehicles and roadside units. The Department of Telecom is seeking industry suggestions on spectrum assignment and pricing, a step expected to support real-time vehicle information exchange. The framework targets better road safety and smarter traffic management, with stakeholder comments due by May 28, 2026.
- TRAI is exploring spectrum allocation and pricing for vehicle communication
- The proposal hinges on rules for roadside unit spectrum assignment
- Vehicle-to-everything data sharing could enable safer traffic and autonomy
- Stakeholders can submit inputs until May 28 2026
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