The Kerala Circle of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has identified 24 ‘surplus land parcels,’ with two vacant parcels set to be sold in the first phase through e-tender and e-auction. These parcels are located at the Choondy Telephone Exchange in Aluva and Kottarakkara, as announced by V. Surendran, Principal General Manager of the BSNL […]
The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has announced the sale of its land in Kondapalli near Vijayawada, Tuni, and Palakol through an e-auction as part of its strategy to monetize surplus land parcels and buildings. The reserve price for the land in Tuni has been set at ₹12.94 crore, while for Palakol and Kondapalli, it […]
In a significant boost to the government’s asset monetization programme, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has listed 27 land parcels for sale across 11 states and Union Territories. Records show these parcels include telephone exchanges, vacant land, administrative buildings, and staff quarters. The properties are located in Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, […]
5G has become a commonplace feature in many parts of India, particularly in urban cities and towns, with Jio leading the rollout in most locations and Airtel strategically choosing launch areas. Despite the 15 months that have passed since the introduction of 5G in the country, telecom operators have yet to discover effective monetization strategies. […]
Indian telecom operators are currently facing challenges in monetizing 5G networks, especially as mobile customers are accessing it without direct costs. The demand from enterprises for 5G services has been limited, and the available use cases at the enterprise level are constrained. Consequently, there is insufficient incentive for enterprises to swiftly adopt 5G technology. However, […]
Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, are taking a cautious approach to building their 5G networks. With low-capacity utilization and monetization issues, both businesses are focusing on upgrading their 4G consumers to the more expensive 5G service, putting off larger 5G infrastructure investments. As per industry sources, Reliance Jio’s present 5G network utilization is around 15 […]
The Ericsson Mobility Report for November reveals that the number of 5G users in India is projected to reach 270 million by the end of 2024, with 5G signals expected to cover 95% of the population. By 2030, 5G subscriptions in India are anticipated to skyrocket to 970 million, accounting for 74% of total mobile […]
India’s 5G base transceiver stations (BTS) count recently surpassed 4.6 lakh in October 2024, adding just a few thousand in the past months. Following an initial rapid deployment, telecom operators have moderated their 5G expansion, citing extensive coverage already achieved and limited monetization opportunities. In July, India crossed the 4.5 lakh BTS milestone, but it […]
“Generative AI and 5G technology together have the power to revolutionize industries,” stated a senior executive at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). “While Generative AI (Gen AI) is a popular term, it’s often misused. However, there are definitive areas, particularly in telecom, where its impact can be profound.” Generative AI in Network Management and Security Mayank […]
Indian state-owned telecom BSNL is reportedly set to lease its extensive land assets to data center operators and renewable energy companies, aiming to revitalize its telecom business. BSNL Chairman Robert K Ravi stated that the company is exploring various options to monetize property assets across India, including telephone exchanges and office facilities, either by leasing […]