India’s 4G Saturation Project to Cover 24,680 Unserved Villages

India's 4G Saturation Project to Cover 24,680 Unserved Villages

The government, under the Digital Bharat Nidhi initiative, is expanding telecom connectivity in rural and remote areas through the installation of 4G mobile towers as part of the 4G Saturation Project. This project aims to provide 4G mobile connectivity to 24,680 uncovered villages, ensuring nationwide 4G coverage. Supporting the “Atma Nirbhar Bharat” initiative, BSNL has already deployed 78,162 eNode B units for a swift 4G broadband rollout across the country. Additionally, under the Amended Bharat Net Program, 1.5 crore Fibre to the Home (FTTH) connections are planned, with BSNL serving as the Project Management Agency. 

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