As TRAI Firms Up Net Neutrality Rules, Telcos Want Licensing Regime For Whatsapp, Skype
The ‘end user’ providers include apps prepared by the information dissemination websites, such as news and entertainment portals.
Those who submitted their comments include Vodafone, Idea, Reliance Jio, Reliance Communications, COAI, Nasscom, ISPAI and Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar.
“There is a pressing need to find a fair regulatory and commercial solution especially for VOIP telephony services, which if not addressed could endanger the entire Digital India programme of the Government,” Vodafone India said in its comments.
However, Nasscom said the Information Technology Act is mandated to ensure this and believe there is no need for any additional regulations for content and services.
“Internet Platforms and Services communications do not require licensing. There are user led evaluation reports that helps consumers make an informed choice as they adopt internet platforms and services,” Nasscom said.
Telecom operators said they should be allowed to offer services based on mutual agreements with the OTT players.
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