Rel Com launches GSM operations

Mumbai, Dec 30: With the launch of GSM operations across the country on Tuesday, Dec 30, Reliance Communications (Rel Com) has become the first telecom operator to offer mobile services on both CDMA and GSM platforms.

"To begin with, Rel Com's GSM services would be available in 11,000 towns to be extended to 22,000 in the next few months," ADAG Group Chairman Anil Ambani told reporters

Reliance Communications was the first company being awarded dual spectrum ahead of others. Prior to this, Rel Com was offering GSM based mobile services in eight circles of Eastern states, while its CDMA services were available throughout the country.

OneIndia News (With inputs from Agencies)