State-run telecom operators, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) and Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL), which have about 86.2 percent market share in the wireline segment, lost 190,000 users in June. While BSNL lost over 180,000 subscribers, MTNL lost nearly 9,000.

'The lower growth rate in the metros and the higher growth rate in the circle 'C' areas reflects the service penetration levels,' TRAI said.

'Subscription levels are currently witnessing higher growth rates in the so far under-served 'C' category circles.'

The total broadband subscriber base increased to 6.62 million from 6.4 million, thereby showing a growth rate of 3.4 percent.