Summary Record of the 1st meeting of NFAP-2002 Review Committee held
on 18th December 2003 at 11:00 hrs in Conference Hall, Sanchar Bhavan,
New Delhi
The first meeting of NFAP-2002 Review Committee was held on 18.12.
2003 at 11:00 hrs in Conference Hall, Sanchar Bhavan, New Delhi under the
Chairmanship of Shri P.K. Garg, Wireless Adviser to the Government of India to
discuss the spectrum requirements received from Government departments,
private service associations, telecom industry and concerned wireless users.
The list of participants is at annexure –I.
2.
The Chairman welcomed all members of NFAP-2002 Review Committee
and other participants and stated that National Frequency Allocation Plan was an
important policy document, which formed the basis for development,
manufacturing and spectrum utilization activities in the country, both for
Government and private sectors. Its periodical review, keeping in view the
changes in the national requirements and international frequency allocation table
of ITU as well as technological developments, is essential. He opined that the
review should be objective, purposeful and in the best interest of the country. It is
a proven fact that national interest can be best served with coexistence and
optimal sharing of this scarce natural resource, which is possible only with mutual
cooperation and coordination. WPC Wing of Ministry of Communications and IT
has been getting full cooperation from all wireless users to achieve the objective
of efficient management and utilization of spectrum. He hoped that similar
support and cooperation will continue, both in the form of technical contributions
and logistic support.
3.
The Chairman mentioned about some indications reportedly given by one
or two organizations that they had done complete work related to formulation/
review of previous National Frequency Allocation Plan in the past. As the NFAP
formulation or review was a collective effort at national level, he hoped that this
was a mis-impression or communication gap. In this context, he also urged all
entities not to create any such wrong notion as this forum has been working in
fully cooperative, transparent and democratic manner.
4.
After these brief remarks, the Chairman sought general comments from
the participants. These are summarized below: 4.1
The ABTO representatives proposed addition of details like spectrum
management policy and procedures etc in the NFAP. After detailed discussion, it
was agreed that is should contain only basic provisions relating to spectrum
allocations, being a policy document. The present format of NFAP may be
retained after incorporating necessary changes decided by the committee.
4.2
Representative of All India Radio stated that NFAP-2002, which was
developed after long deliberations, proved to be a very valuable document to
wireless users. He opined that the recommendations made by the WRC-2003 in
different frequency bands needed to be reflected in the revised NFAP.
4.3
Representative of COAI stated that inputs given by COAI may be
considered for revision of NFAP wherever feasible. It was also mentioned that
only need-based changes may be done in the revised NFAP.
4.4
Representative of ABTO informed that the proposals submitted by
ASSOCHAM for CDMA and WLL applications had not been discussed/ prepared
in consultation with them, hence, these proposals may not be considered by the
Committee. Wireless Adviser suggested that this should not come in the way of
revised NFAP, as we need to develop agreed document after discussion, which
would be useful to all. It was further, urged that one chapter dealing with
Equipment Type Approval may be included for standardization of equipment.
4.5
Representative of CII informed the Committee that their proposals for
spectrum requirements were being prepared and would be submitted thereafter.
It was requested that they should finalize the same quickly.
4.6
Representative from Department of Space stated that increased spectrum
sharing was essential and requirements of space services should be
appropriately considered, as these services had limited options.
4.7
Representative of BSNL stated that NFAP was very valuable document.
The requirements of BSNL were being worked out and would be submitted
shortly.
4.8
Representatives of other organizations also made brief general remarks.
4.9
The Chairman requested all the organizations who were preparing their
requirements to finalize and submit their proposals quickly.
5.
The Chairman, thereafter, requested for brief presentation of various
requirements for information to the committee. These inputs would be discussed,
and analyzed in detail in the Working Groups-
5.1
Representative of AIR stated that the band 87-100 MHz be exclusively
allocated to Broadcasting Service and Fixed Service may not be allowed
in this band keeping in view the growth of FM broadcasting in the country.
5.2
Representative of Doordarshan stated that maximum number of terrestrial
TV transmitter were working in the band- III ie 174-230 MHz and these
needed to be protected. He further informed that band IV and V were
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utilized for digital terrestrial broadcasting. DD has also planned for satellite
channels in various frequency bands. MW links of DD working in different
frequency bands needed to be protected.
5.3
It was informed by the representative of TEC that spectrum requirements
of public telecom services had been submitted to Committee. Some of the
important projections such as LMDS in the frequency bands 10.15-10.65
GHz and 24.5-26.5 GHz were highlighted. Further, cordless phones may
be permitted in the 2.4 GHz band and accordingly modify IND footnotes.
Frequencies for PPDR and HDFS may also be examined based on the
decisions of WRC-2003.
5.4
Representative of JCES stated that the IND footnotes 11,12 & 13 may be
retained as it is, since Defence had a number of assignments in this band.
Its immediate vacation may not be possible due to extensive usage of this
band by defence. Time frame may be fixed to phase out such operation.
Also Defence has planned CDMA operations in the frequency band 824844 MHz paired with 869-889 MHz. Some channels for ASCON system in
2 GHz band and satellite channels will also be required.
5.5
DCPW representative stated that they would like to submit detailed
spectrum requirements of Police in UHF bands to be used for terrestrial
systems in conjunction with Polnet.
5.6
Representative of Ministry of Civil Aviation informed that necessary
spectrum projections had already been submitted to the Committee.
However, there were certain points, such as modification of IND 55, IND
62 and IND 63 needed to be highlighted. He further added that IMT-2000
bands should be made available to all. Also the compatibility criteria
needed to be established nationally so that different services could work
together without causing interference to each other.
5.7
Representative of DOS highlighted the following spectrum projections for
consideration by the CommitteeTelecom/ broadcasting
-S and C bands, Ku bands 11-14 GHz
New services, telecom and GPS- 1.2 GHz
Provision for remote sensing and passive sensors operating in different
frequency bands needed to be protected besides some specific frequency
spots.
5.8
Representative from DIT informed that proposal/ requirements for 4 G
systems are being prepared and would be submitted shortly.
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5.9
Representative of Railways informed
requirements for a variety of applicationsAnti Collision Device (ACD)
their
following
spectrum
- two spots in the 450-470MHz bands
WLL systems for emergency communications at accident sites in 18801900 MHz
Point to point Radio links - 2.3-2.5 GHz
5.10
Representative of LHLS informed following spectrum projection for various
servicesLoran C applicationDGPS Beacon ApplicationHF Communication
VHF Communication
SCADA Application
Radar Application
100 kHz
285-325 kHz
8 frequency spots in 4, 8 MHz
8 frequency spots in VHF bands
800-900 MHz
2.9-3.1 GHz and 9 GHz
5.11
Representative of COAI opined that complete 75 MHz in the frequency
band 1710-1785 MHz paired with 1805-1880 MHz be allocated to cellular
services, irrespective of technology. No change was needed in the present
NFAP-2002 provisions regarding IMT-2000.
5.12
Representative of ABTO stated that the band 844-849 MHz paired with
889-894 MHz may be considered for allocation to the CDMA service. He
further added that the band 1890-1910 MHz paired with 1970-1990 MHz
may also be considered for incorporation in the proposed NFAP for CDMA
service. He mentioned that frequency band 1920-1980 Mhz paired with
2110-2170 MHz may be retained for IMT-2000. It was also stated that
frequency bands 3.4-3.7 GHz and 5.8 GHz may be opened for MMDS and
broadband wireless access systems, respectively
5.13
Representative of Nokia stated that the frequency sub-bands in 5 GHz
allocated to WLAN and RLAN by WRC-2003, needed to be examined and
appropriate provisions may be made in revised NFAP for such services.
5.14
Representative of ONGC stated that efforts may be made to get the lower
bands vacated from those organizations who were proposing allocation in
higher frequency bands. The HF and VHF spots, thus vacated, might be
used by oil sector. He further added that the bands, which were not likely
to be used in near future for IMT-2000 in north- eastern region may be
assigned to oil sector for point-to-point communication. He submitted that
the frequency spots in 230-434 MHz may be earmarked for oil exploration
applications.
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5.15
Representative of M/S Ericssion suggested the following in order to utilize
the frequency allocation in an efficient mannerGuard bands may be increased to make feasible various technologies.
Spectrum allotment/assignment may be made contiguous for efficient
spectrum utilization. Traffic loading may be the criteria for allocation of
additional spectrum, instead of number of subscribers.
5.16
Representative of CTIA stated that class licensing/ delicensing be
introduced for outdoor use of IT applications in 2.4 GHz, 5.2 GHz and &
5.7 GHz. He further added that low power devices (up to 1 W) may be
permitted in 900, 1800 and 2400 MHz bands including cordless telephony.
Frequency bands for PPDR needed to be harmonized keeping in view the
interoperability and inter-working between security and emergency
networks.
5.17
Representative of TEMA stated that the proposals for revised NFAP were
being formulated keeping in view the spectrum requirements for three
areasPublic Safety services
Cellular service
Low power devices
The detailed proposal would be submitted to the Committee shortly for
consideration.
5.18
It was also proposed that main issues of the Committee may be posted on
a website for information of everybody. The Chairman stated that this was
already planned and would be implemented.
6.
After these brief general presentations, the Chairman suggested
formation of three working groups to examine in detail spectrum requirements
received from Government departments, private sector, telecom industry
associations and others in different frequency bands to arrive at consensus
decisions. As spectrum is limited resource and projections / requirements were
large, many of the requirements may not be fulfilled.
6.1
Accordingly, the Committee agreed to constitute following three Working
Groups:-
(a)
Working Group-I
Frequency Bands 10 kHz to 806 MHz
The Group will be chaired by Shri R.B. Prasad, Dy. Wireless Adviser (P)
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(b)
Working Group-II
Frequency Bands 806 to 2700 MHz
The group will be chaired by Dr Ashok Chandra, Dy Wireless Adviser (V)
(c)
Working Group-III
GHz
Frequency Bands above 2.7GHz and up to 275
The Group will be chaired by Shri Biswapati Chaudhuri, Joint Wireless
Adviser (I)
7.
The above working groups will discuss the spectrum requirements
received from wireless users in their respective frequency bands to evolve
consensus on various issues and submit recommendations to the Committee for
final decision. The Groups are free to hold meetings, as necessary. The Groups
are required to submit their report to the Committee by the end of February
2004. NFAP Review Committee may be kept informed by the three Working
Groups about the developments from time to time. A meeting of the Committee
would be scheduled in the beginning of February 2004 to review the progress
Working Groups.
The meeting ended with a vote of thanks to the chair.
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Annexure 1 of 2
Attendance Sheet of NFAP Review Committee meeting held on 18.12.03 at 1100
hours in Sanchar Bhavan, New Delhi – 110001
S.
Name
Designation
Deptt.
E-mail Address/Ph No.
1.
Brig PK Sachdev
Dir JCES
IDS
pk_sachi@yahoo.co.in
2.
Col. B. Mathew
Col GS JCES
IDS
B77mathew@yahoo.co.in
3.
Wg Cdr AU Khan
JD Sigs (Air)
Air HQ
Arijukhan2@yahoo.co.in
4.
Lt Col. K Shankar
GSO1 (Sigs-6)
Army HQ
kshankar@sancharnet.in
5.
Lt Cdr RS Bhati
DDNS (Ops)
NHQ/DNS
6.
Lt Col P Narayan
GSO1 JCES
IDS
Pankajn68@indiatimes.com
7.
Sqn Ldr S P
GSO 2
JCES
Spbhandare2001@yahoo.co.uk
No.
Bhandare
8.
A.K. Bhatnagar
Director
AIR
faair@nda.vsnl.net.in
9.
Maya Saxena
DDG ( R)
TEC
ddgr@bol.net.in
10.
Arun Agarwal
Dir (R)
TEC
dirr@rediffmail.com
11.
S. Sayeenathan
Dy Director FM
ISRO HQ/DoS sayec@isro.org
B’lore
12.
U.K. Mandal
Dy Director (E)
Doordarshan
Ukmandal_dde@dgdd.org.in
13.
DP Tripathy
Asstt Director
Doordarshan
dptripathy@indiatimes.com
(Engg)
14.
S Ramaganapathy
Sr. DDG (TX)
BSNL
sramaganapathy@bsnl.in
15.
PK Pandey
Jt. DDG (R)
BSNL
pkpandey@bsnl.in
16.
Yog Raj
Dir/Tele
Railways
dtele@rb.railnet.gov.in
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17.
B.K Mitra
Jt. Dir
DCPW
Bkmitra72@rediffmail.com
18.
VD Sharma
AGM
Bhartiteletech
vds@bttindia.com
19.
KJ Shinde
Addl. Dir.
DOE (MIT)
20.
Devendra Singh
Dy. Director
AIR
faair@nda.vsnl.net.in
21.
RK Tyagi
DGM
ONGC
Tyagi_rk@ongc.com
22.
D. Chakrabarti
Director
IMD
dulal@imd.ernet.in
dulalchakrabarti@yahoo.co.in
23.
J.K. Singhal
G.M (Com)
AAI
Gmcomchqnad@airportsindia.org
24.
J.M. Jolly
DGM (Com)
AAI
jmjolly@airportsindia.org
25.
Arun Golas
DDG (Sat)
TEC
ddgsat@bol.net.in
26.
Rupendra Kumar
Dir (Sat)
TEC
Dirsat1@bol.net.in
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Annexure 2 of 2
S.
Name
No.
1. A Khandpur
Designation
CGM &
Head
Regulatory
GM
(Networks)
Chief Officer
Corporate
Affairs
President
Regulation
Secretary
General
Advisor
Consultant
DGM
Corporate
Affairs
VP Corp
Services
COAI
GM COAI
Op CTO
Hutch
CTO Escotel
Senior
Advisor
Telecom
Professor
Deptt.
E-mail Address/Ph No.
Escotel
Ac.khandpur@escotel.net
Tata
Teleservices
Tata
Teleservices
Ltd.,
Reliance
Infocomm
ABTO
svenugopal@tatatel.co.in
ABTO
TTSL
Telecom
abto@eth.net
Corporate
COAI
Hutch
ashoksharma@spicecorpltd
.com
duatr@mantraonline.com
snayar@coai.com
nareshgupta@orange.co.in
Escotel
NOKIA, COAI
shankarhalder@escotel.net
Ext-j-p.garg@nokia.com
2.
S Venugopal
3.
Ashok Sud
4.
BB Anand
5.
SC Khanna
6.
7.
8.
Dilip Sahay
AP Chaudhuri
Priti Srivastava
9.
10.
11
12.
Ashok K
Sharma
TR Dua
Satyan Nayar
Naresh Gupta
13.
14.
S. Halder
JP Garg
15.
Prof Bhaskar
Ramamurthi
Retd)Commdre DG
Shyam Kaushal
Bharat B Bhatia President
IIT Madras
bhaskar@tenet.res.in
CTIA
20.
Neeraj Singh
Capt. Kuldeep
Khera
YC Gupta
Ericsson
Eltech
Enterprises
ONGC
shyamkaushal@hotmail.co
m
Bharat.bhatia@motorola.co
m
neerajsingh@ericsson.com
eltechent@vsnl.com
21.
Joydeep Bose
16.
17.
18.
19.
22.
Arjun Kumar
Manager
Prop.
Dy. SE
(E&T)
DG
Technology
Asstt. GM
CTIA
ashoksud@tatatel.co.in
bharat_b_anand@ril.com
Priti-srivastava@ril.com
Gupta_yc@ongc.com
INTEL
Joydeep.bose@intel.com
ADINO/TEINA
adino@del3.vsnl.net.in
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23.
Gautam
Sharma
24.
25.
J. Kapoor
Deepak
Maheswari
Harbhajan
Singh
Vinoo Goyal
26.
27.
Head of Sales Midas
Communication
s
Secy General CTIA
Convener
ISPAI
Tech
Sr. Manager
Procall
gautam@midascomm.com
Dir
vgoyal@qualcomm.com
Sr. Manager
VP
ED
Secy Genl
Consultant
TEMA
TEMA
CII
Dy. Director
CII
34.
35.
36.
Shiv Kumar
KS
Mohanavelu
SK Khanna
P. Balaji
Sabyasachi
Patra
Usha
Harikrishanan
Suresh Yadav
VD Sharma
KK Trikha
Qualcomm
(India) Inc
-doASSL
37.
JP Raichura
38.
Nafis Kazim
39.
40.
Kuldeep Singh
Rajpal Singh
Sr. Tech
Mktg
Manager
Jt. GM
(Projects)
Asstt
Team leader
Telecom
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
AGM
Advisor
Reliance
Bhartiteletech
Tata Tele
Services
BB Wireless
Division
D_MAHESWARI@SIFY
CORP.COM
Procall@vsnl.com
shiv@qualcomm.com
Mohanavelu_ks@agrani.es
selgroup.com
tema@eth.net
balajipb@lucent.com
Sabyasachi.patra@ciionlin
e.org
ushaharikrishnan@ciionlin
e.org
Suresh_yadav@ril.com
vds@bttindia.com
trikhakk@tatatel.co.in
Jitendra.p.raichuria@intel.
com
Bharti
nkazim@bttindia.com
Railways
FICCI
SOtele2@railnet.gov.in
rajpal@ficci.com
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Immediate
No. J-16018/3/2003-WF
Ministry of Communications & Information technology
Department of Telecommunications
(Wireless Planning and Coordination Wing)
909, Sanchar Bhavan
20, Ashoka Road New Delhi, 110001
Dated 26.12.2003
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
The Summary Record of the first meeting of NFAP Review Committee
held on 18.12.2003 at 11:00 hrs in Conference Hall, 13th floor, Sanchar Bhavan
New Delhi under the Chairmanship of Shri P.K. Garg, Wireless Adviser to the
Government of India, is forwarded for your perusal and necessary action, if any.
Encl: As above
(S. M. Sharma)
Assistant Wireless Adviser
Tel. No. 23372178
To,
1. All Members of NFAP Committee
2. Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
3. Cellular Operators Association of India.
4. Association of Basic Telecom Operators.
5 VSAT Service Providers Association of India.
6 Mobile Trunk Radio Operators Association.
7 Indian Paging Services Association of India.
8. Telecom Equipment Manufacturers Association.
9 Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industries..
10 Telecom Industries &Services Association.
11. Confederation of Indian Industries.
12. Core Group of Telecom Industries Association.
13. Associated Chambers of Commerce
14. Broadcast Engineering Consultants India Limited
Copy to
1.
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3
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Sr PPS to Chairman, Telecom Commission
PPS to Member (T) , Telecom Commission
PS to Joint Wireless Adviser (I), & (F)
Deputy Wireless Advisers
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