Airtel wins Bombay HC ruling on Rs 8,414 Cr spectrum charge demand

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AI summary

Bombay High Court set aside DoT's one-time spectrum charge demand of Rs 8,414 Cr (originally Rs 5,201.2 Cr from 2013) against Bharti Airtel. The court allowed Airtel's petition, removing a major financial liability. The demand also included Rs 473.7 Cr related to subsidiary Bharti Hexacom for Rajasthan and NESA circles.

Likely market impact

Big positive for Airtel shareholders. Removes a major Rs 8,414 Cr liability threat, boosting earnings outlook.