In a recent development, TRAI has allowed sharing of in-building telecom network at public places, and has given permission to share telecom network gears like optical fibre, boosters and other, which will help lower the cost of operations for the operators. This is indeed a pleasing and important step towards normalizing the price & service war that the telecom industry is struggling with. Going a step further, TRAI also suggested Telcos to share their active infrastructure to help reduce capital and operational expenses of stressed mobile phone companies, and lead to ease of doing business. On the other hand, telecom infrastructure in the country will soon

have international standards. This will make them resilient in times of natural disaster.

Such measures surely direct towards better future for the telecom industry that is currently in a slump. However, the prevailing slowdown in the telecom sector has resulted in delayed 5G connectivity, where telcos are reluctant to invest into the new infrastructure that could power India's digital revolution and our Prime Minister Modi's Digital India initiative. But a study by EY predicts Indian telecom infrastructure's revenue potential to reach Rs.21,500-31,000 crore by 2023, with latest IT developments driving demand for new business models. No wonder, the growing data and 5G demand will bring in a seismic shift in the industry opening up plenty of opportunities for tower companies to shift their attention from a macro tower focused business towards new models.

Addressing this growing but urgent need of the market is a host of telecom infrastructure services providers. Hence CEO Insights brings to you `10 Most Promising Telecom Infrastructure Services Providers ­ 2019', a comprehensive list of telcos made post detailed research of the industry and comprehending their services and efficiencies. Read to know more about them.

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