The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) announced on 9 October 2026 the results of network quality tests conducted in Bilaspur and Janjgir-Champa cities during August 2026. The tests measured voice and data performance across various locations to provide transparency for consumers and push service providers to improve quality. The drive tests took place between 17 August and 20 August 2026, covering city drives, hotspots, and walk tests. The findings have been shared with the respective telecom providers for necessary action.
Key points
- Avg download speeds in Bilaspur: RJIL (177.88 Mbps), Airtel (128.61 Mbps), VIL (21.58 Mbps), BSNL (12.33 Mbps)
- Avg download speeds in Janjgir-Champa: RJIL (112.13 Mbps), Airtel (90.93 Mbps), VIL (20.37 Mbps), BSNL (11.93 Mbps)
- Coverage gaps were recorded for Airtel, BSNL, RJIL, and VIL across both cities
- Detailed reports are available on the official TRAI website at www.trai.gov.in
- Tests included 346.7 KMs of city drives, inter-operator calling, and walk tests
When it applies
- Start of drive tests
- End of drive tests
Who it affects
- general telecom consumers