The Indian Department of Telecommunications will not auction the 600 MHz spectrum in the upcoming 5G auction due to concerns about interference with satellite operations. The 600 MHz band, which costs Rs 3,927 crore per unit, was put on sale in August 2022 but found no takers. The DoT plans to conduct the next spectrum sale in March as permits of Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea expire in 2024 in certain areas.