Court sets aside Rs 473.7 Cr spectrum charge demand on Bharti Hexacom

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AI summary

Bharti Hexacom, through its promoter Bharti Airtel, had challenged a 2013 Department of Telecommunications demand notice for one-time spectrum charges of Rs 473.7 Cr covering its Rajasthan and North East telecom circles. The Bombay High Court ruled on June 8, 2026, in the company's favor, setting aside the entire demand. No settlement or penalty involved, and Bharti Airtel has filed a separate intimation as promoter.

Likely market impact

Positive for shareholders. Removes a Rs 473.7 Cr contingent liability and clears a long-pending dispute over spectrum charges.