Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Reports Rs 90.36 Billion Bank Borrowings As Of December 2025

Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd, the state-owned telecom operator, has reported its latest debt position, confirming that borrowings from banks amounted to Rs 90.36 billion at the end of December 2025. The disclosure underscores MTNL’s continued reliance on external financing amid mounting operational pressures and competition in India’s telecom sector.  

Key highlights from the announcement include  

• Outstanding borrowings from banks stood at Rs 90.36 billion as of December 31, 2025.  
• Debt levels reflect MTNL’s ongoing financial stress and reliance on government support.  
• Company continues to face challenges from private sector competition and declining subscriber base.  
• Debt restructuring and revival plans remain essential for long-term sustainability.  
• Analysts note that MTNL’s financial position underscores the need for strategic reforms in state-run telecom firms.  
• Government initiatives, including merger discussions with BSNL, remain crucial for future viability.  

MTNL’s debt burden highlights the broader challenges faced by public sector telecom operators in adapting to a rapidly evolving market. With rising competition and technological shifts, the company’s financial restructuring and government-backed revival measures will play a decisive role in shaping its future trajectory.  

Sources: Economic Times, Business Standard, Mint