Too Expensive Smartphones: ICT Minister Announced That He Will Make Prices Lower

"There will be talks with operators to democratize packages for mobile phones. The issue was raised at the Information Communication and Technology Authority " says Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum, the Minister of Information Technology and Communication (ICT). He was speaking last night, Thursday, Feb. 13, at the launch of the latest Mac Pro at Apex at Bagatelle.

According to the minister, the mobile operators should offer packages that allow customers to have access to latest smartphones at an affordable price. "It should not be accessible for only few selected. I want to make computing and communication tool accessible to all, " he says.

"I am the policy maker"

To a question of express on discussions with operators Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum says that he is the "policy maker." And further discussions on tariffs for mobile, the thorny issue of interconnection charges between operators will be discussed. The cost of a call between mobile and fixed operators is double that of a normal call. Operators must submit their proposals. 

Moreover, as regards the coverage of the mobile network, Tassarajen Pillay Chedumbrum says that there are weaknesses. Some areas are not covered properly. He talks about brake on development. "People somehow block the installation of antennas and this has an impact on the mobile network. We need to change attitudes. "

The Mac Pro was launched by Apex less than three months after it was unveiled by Apple . This tool is intended primarily for professional photographers, video and music. The introductory price is Rs 99,999.