The government has frozen Vodafone Idea's (Vi) adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues at ₹87,695 crore until December 31, 2025, allowing repayment over 10 years from fiscal 2032 to 2041. This decision aims to protect the government's 49% stake, ensure sector competition, and safeguard Vi's 20 crore consumers. The move acknowledges the critical infrastructure status of the telecom sector and the need for multiple players to maintain healthy competition and orderly payment of dues.