India, March 15 -- The government scraps the need for a wireless license, which the telecom industry praises for simplifying operations and accelerating advancements.

In a move lauded by the industry, the government announced the removal of the mandatory wireless operating license (WOL) for telecom service providers. This decision was announced by Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Communications & IT, streamlines the telecom sector and eliminates a significant barrier to entry.

Previously, companies seeking to offer mobile phone and internet services needed to obtain a WOL, a process often considered cumbersome and time-consuming. The removal of this requirement simplifies the business landscape, allowing new players to enter the market qui...