TAIPA seeks reduction in power tariff

The Tower and Infrastructure Providers Association (TAIPA) has sought a reduction in electricity tariffs levied by various States, stating charges are high, especially in the current environment.

The apex body of telecom infrastructure providers has written to Chief Secretaries of Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand and Rajasthan urging them to reduce the present electricity tariff.

“As you are aware, telecom infrastructure is critical for maintaining telecom network connectivity. Seamless operations of the telecom infrastructure comprising telecom towers is necessary to ensure uninterrupted connectivity round-the-clock to support the work from home, delivery of various critical services and maintain communication across the State including for those involved in the rescue and preventive operations against Coronavirus at various levels,” TAIPA said in the letter.