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Common Duct & Cable Corridor

Establishment of Common Duct & Cable Corridor for Cost-Effectiveness and Sustainable Infrastructure

Common Duct & Cable Corridor

Establishment of Common Duct & Cable Corridor for Cost-Effectiveness and Sustainable Infrastructure

Implementing common and shareable telecom ducts and utility corridors in all linear projects, especially by the central/state/UT governments can bring several benefits. It reduces overall infrastructure costs by avoiding duplicate construction, minimizes disruption to the public by avoiding repeated excavations, reduces air pollution and speeds up the deployment of telecom services due to the availability of ready-made ducts. Additionally, this approach enhances the maintenance and upgrade efficiency of telecom networks and other utilities.
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Details of Service

As per the RoW Rules 2024, Central Government may notify an infrastructure project or class of infrastructure projects, where the public entity shall

  • Make available (duct) on an open access basis, that is, non-discriminatory and non-exclusive, subject to payment of charges based on prevailing market rates and the principle of cost recovery over a minimum period of twenty-five years.
  • Provide for an online application process to enable facility providers to make an application.
  • Provided that such charges shall not exceed the amount as may be notified by the Central Government from time to time.

This concept proposes the nationwide adoption of 'Shareable Telecom/ Telecom+ Power Ducts' to address these challenges. The key objectives are:

  • Cost-effectiveness: Sharing infrastructure reduces overall costs for all stakeholders.
  • Reduced inconvenience: Fewer trenches are needed, thus minimizing public disruption.
  • Simplified RoW: Single approvals for sharable ducts will streamline the process.
  • Optimized space utilization: Efficient use of space will minimize the need for additional infrastructure.
  • Improved aesthetics: Reduction of aerial cables enhances urban landscapes.
  • Enhanced service: Easier maintenance and accessibility improve service reliability.
  • Future-Proofing: Increased adaptability to emerging technologies and changing service needs.
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Who Can Apply

Facility Providers (FPs) - "facility provider" means the Central Government or any authorized entity, including any contractor or sub-contractor or agent working for the Central Government or authorized entity, and shall include their successor or assignee.

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Documents Required

A copy of the authorization under the Telecommunication Act, 2023 (44 of 2023), or license under the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 (13 of 1885), granted by the Central Government, or exemption from such authorization or license
Details of the underground or overground telecommunication network proposed to be laid.
Details of any other matter, in the opinion of the facility provider, connected with the work proposed to be undertaken.
Details of any other matter connected with or related to the work as may be specified, through a general or special order, by the Central Government. (Chapter VI of Telecommunications Right of Way Rules 2024)
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Policy / Circular / Presentation

Circulars30/01/2025

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