The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) announced on 30 October 2026 the results of network quality tests conducted in Leh and nearby areas of the J&K LSA. The tests, performed between 17 and 21 August 2026, measured voice and data performance for providers including Airtel, BSNL, and RJIL across highways, city areas, and hotspots. The findings, which include metrics on coverage gaps, dropped calls, and data speeds, are intended to inform consumers and encourage providers to improve their services. The release does not say when these improvements will take effect.
Key points
- Tests covered 396.3 km of highways, 62.6 km of city drives, and 7 hotspot locations.
- Average download speeds in Leh/Nubra/Pangong: RJIL (267.13 Mbps), Airtel (121.65 Mbps), BSNL (8.00 Mbps).
- Average upload speeds in Leh/Nubra/Pangong: Airtel (22.13 Mbps), RJIL (21.20 Mbps), BSNL (4.87 Mbps).
- Findings shared with TSPs for necessary action to improve service quality.
- Detailed reports are available on the TRAI website at www.trai.gov.in.
When it applies
- Independent Drive Tests (IDT) in J&K LSA
Who it affects
- Telecom Service Providers