Vodafone Idea Receives Notice of Rs 26.83 Crore Liquidated Damages from Telecom Department
Vodafone Idea Limited has received a notice from the Department of Telecommunications concerning alleged default in compliance related to its spectrum allocation. The action requires the company to pay liquidated damages amounting to Rs 26.83 Crore.The notice was received by the company on July 31, 2026. It addresses the alleged failure to comply with minimum rollout obligations concerning the spectrum allocated under the Spectrum Auction conducted in 2022. This non-compliance relates specifically to the network roll out obligation outlined in the Notice Inviting Applications (NIA 2022), which was required upon the assignment of the spectrum.
The company has stated that it is currently reviewing the notice and evaluating all necessary next steps in this matter. Regarding operations, Vodafone Idea reported no financial or other impact on its activities from this specific notice.
Details of the situation are summarized below:
| Authority | Penalty Nature | Amount | Date Received |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Telecommunications | Notice to pay liquidated damages for alleged default in compliance | Rs 26.83 Crore | July 31, 2026 |
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