BSNL accelerates swadeshi 4G rollout with high speed connectivity to remotest regions
Over 50,000 Sites Now On-Air Nationwide Under Atma Nirbhar Bharat
In a landmark move under the Government’s Atma Nirbhar Bharat
initiative, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has successfully deployed more
than 50,000 indigenous 4G sites nationwide, significantly advancing India’s
digital connectivity goals. This deployment, in collaboration with Indian tech
giants like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Tejas Networks, the Centre for
Development of Telematics (C-DOT), and ITI Ltd., showcases the strength of
India’s homegrown technology in fulfilling the country’s connectivity needs.
Designed, developed, and implemented entirely by Indian companies, BSNL’s 4G
network embodies the concept of "Poorn Swadeshi" (Completely
Indigenous) innovation, ushering in a new era for telecom in India.
As of
October 29, 2024, BSNL has installed over 50,000 sites, of which more than
41,000 are now operational, with nearly 36,747 sites established under the
Phase IX.2 of the project and 5,000 sites under the 4G Saturation Project
funded by Digital Bharat Nidhi Fund erstwhile Universal Service Obligation Fund
(USOF). These efforts are bolstering BSNL’s goal to deploy over 1,00,000 4G
sites, a testament to its swift pace of expansion.
Till
July,2024, BSNL has put on Air 15000 sites. Moreover, the last three months
have witnessed the addition of over 25,000 new 4G sites, serving as a powerful
reminder of the impact of Swadeshi technology and BSNL’s commitment to
connecting all of India.