It is reported in the press that DOT has suggested to GoM that the debt of MTNL and BSNL can be taken care of by the government, instead of refunding the charges paid by BSNL and NTNL for the broadband spectrum which has been surrendered. The amount paid by BSNL and MTNL for the spectrum is Rs. 8,300 crore and Rs. 4,500 crore respectively.

But this news could not be got confirmed from the DOT.