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Telecommunication and Information Technology Minster A. Raja was surrounded by questions in regard to the upcoming auction of spectrum for third generation services (3G) in the sub-continent.

On the sidelines of the launch of 3G services of the state-run telecom service provider, BSNL in the city of Coimbatore (Ooty), Minster A. Raja mentioned that the much-awaited 3G auction is expected to ring in at least Rs 25,000 crore of revenues for the government from private bidders.

The auction of the spectrum for 3G services for the private players is to take place by February end. While, he also mentioned that the aforementioned amount of revenues will be accepted by the private bidders as a one-time payment.

One being asked about the probability of 4G technology to spoil the party for 3G, Raja said that the launch of 4G services in India is still in the nascent stage and is witnessing certain technological problems. Also, 4G would not hamper sale of 3G spectrum and both technologies could co-exist.

Raja also mentioned that efforts are on to bring in technology that would allow 2G sim card holders to use the services as well.