Vodafone Idea's 5G Rollout Amid Satellite Internet Race

• Vodafone Idea is gearing up to launch its 5G network while exploring satellite internet options to compete with Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel.
• The company is considering satellite internet to provide high-speed connectivity in remote areas, pending regulatory approvals.
• Vodafone Idea's subscriber base declined by 7.1% in the December quarter, but it narrowed its net loss and improved its ARPU.
• The Indian government is yet to finalize the spectrum allocation for satellite internet, impacting Vodafone Idea's plans.
• Analysts remain cautious about Vodafone Idea's long-term sustainability, emphasizing the need for significant government support and higher ARPU.

Source: Mint, Mint