en.Wedoany.com Reported - India's Department of Telecommunications has exempted spectrum licensing requirements for the 5.9 GHz band and the 77-81 GHz high-frequency band, a move expected to enhance vehicle passenger safety and promote the development of autonomous vehicles.
According to a notification dated June 11, in the 5875-5905 MHz band, On Board Units installed in vehicles operating as part of intelligent transportation systems will be permitted for Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) communication without frequency allocation, on a non-interference, non-protection, and non-exclusive basis. Any person holding such On Board Units, or dealers selling or leasing related equipment, will not require a license.
The spectrum in the 77-81 GHz band has been exempted for the establishment and operation of Short-Range Automotive Radar Systems in vehicles. These radars are used for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), supporting functions such as emergency braking, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. The notification clarifies that Short-Range Automotive Radar Systems in this band also operate on a non-interference, non-protection, and non-exclusive basis without frequency allocation, and no license is required for any holder, seller, or lessee.
Anupam Shrivastava, former Chairman and Managing Director of BSNL and head of data center company Submer India, stated that the government's decision to de-license the 5.9 GHz band for smart vehicles is a major victory for road safety and innovation. He believes that opening this band for C-V2X communication will enable real-time communication between cars, traffic signals, and emergency services, enhancing road safety and reducing traffic congestion. He also noted that the decision eliminates cumbersome procedures for automakers, dealers, and drivers, and ensures that new devices do not cause harmful interference to existing licensed telecommunications networks.
Bharat Bhatia, President of the India ITU-APT Foundation (IAFI), called the government's removal of licensing requirements for the 5.9 GHz band for C-V2X communication and the 77-81 GHz band for innovative wireless applications a landmark decision. He stated that these policy measures will accelerate the deployment of intelligent transportation systems, enhance road safety, support connected and autonomous mobility, and stimulate innovation in next-generation wireless technologies.
Satya N Gupta, former Principal Advisor to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai), pointed out that de-licensing 30 MHz of spectrum in the lower 6 GHz band for On Board Units for C-V2X communication, with an allowed radiated power of 2 watts, will drive intelligent transportation systems, leading to better safety, efficiency, and passenger satisfaction, and helping to reduce emissions and road accidents.
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