Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) proudly announces the launch of its 4G mobile services in the areas of Nochili, Kolathur, Pallipet, Thiruvellavoyal, Ponneri, Athipedu, Annamalaicheri, Thirupalaivanam, Elavembedu, Minjur, LNT Shipyard Kattupalli, Veeranathur, Srikalikapuram, Vanganoor, RK Pet, Sembedu, Poonimangadu and Koramangalam, on July 5, 2024.
The launch event was inaugurated by Shri Papa SudhakaraRao (CGM,BSNL, Chennai Telephones), PGM Mobile Services, GM Sales & Marketing, along with the dedicated BSNL Chennai Team. The event also saw the participation of key industry leaders, including the CEO of M/s Bondada Infra Pvt Ltd, and the TN State Heads of M/s TCS& M/s Tejas, who have played significant roles in supporting this initiative.
This significant step under the 4G Saturation Project utilizes cutting-edge technology developed under the Make in India (Atmanirbhar Bharat) initiative. The project is funded by the Universal Service Obligation (USO) Fund of the Government of India and the project cost is Rs. 16.25 Cr.
This milestone marks a significant step in the company's efforts to bridge the digital divide and empower citizens in rural and remote areas.The introduction of 4G services in these areas is expected to open up new opportunities for education, business and empower citizens.
BSNL has also geared up for launching 4G services in Chennai Telephones under the phase IX.2 project. Under the phase IX.2 project, 2114 4G towers will be installed for which the work is in progress. These 4G services will cover all four districts: Chennai, Thiruvallur, Kanchipuram, and Chengalpattu shortly.