Powers and Functions

♤ Recommend the need and timing for introduction of new service provider;

♤ Recommend the terms and conditions of license to a service provider;

♤ Ensure technical compatibility and effective inter-connection between different service providers;

♤ Ensure compliance of terms and conditions of licence;

♤ Facilitate competition and promote efficiency in the operation of telecommunication services so as to facilitate growth in such services;

♤ Protect the interest of the consumers of telecommunication service;

♤ Inspect the equipment used in the network and recommend the type of equipment to be used by the service providers;

♤ Settle disputes between service providers.