Nepal to shut down CDMA from 2022
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The Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) has reportedly decided to switch off CDMA services in Nepal from 2022.
The regulator’s Radiofrequency Policy Determination Committee has decided on a policy of CDMA network shutdowns in order to pave the way for refarming spectrum in the 800-MHz band.
Currently only Nepal Telecom operates an active CDMA service, under the brand Sky. The service is currently available in most areas of the country, but the user base is low due to the preference for GSM services in the market.
Nepal Telecom had decided in 2017 to stop investing further in both CDMA and Wimax, but has not currently set a date for the network shutdown.
The operator plans to return its 6 MHz of 800-MHz spectrum to the regulator after the network shutdown.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific entity in Nepal decided to shut down CDMA services?
Which specific entity in Nepal decided to shut down CDMA services?
The Nepal Telecommunications Authority's (NTA) Radiofrequency Policy Determination Committee made the decision. They opted for CDMA network shutdowns to enable spectrum refarming in the 800-MHz band.
Q.What is the primary reason for Nepal's decision to shut down CDMA services?
What is the primary reason for Nepal's decision to shut down CDMA services?
The decision was made to pave the way for refarming spectrum in the 800-MHz band. This will allow for more efficient use of these radio frequencies by the regulator.
Q.Which telecommunications company currently operates a CDMA service in Nepal?
Which telecommunications company currently operates a CDMA service in Nepal?
Currently, only Nepal Telecom operates an active CDMA service. It runs under the brand name 'Sky' and is available across most areas of the country.
Q.Why is the user base for CDMA services in Nepal considered low?
Why is the user base for CDMA services in Nepal considered low?
The user base is low because customers in the market generally prefer GSM services. This preference has led to a smaller number of active users for CDMA technology.
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