BSNL 4G to be Launched in Mysore & Other Karnataka Districts

BSNL 4G to be Launched in Mysore & Other Karnataka Districts

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is set to launch its 4G network across Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, and Kodagu districts in Karnataka. Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) has been instrumental in supplying and installing the network, which is upgradable to 5G in the future. 

Regarding BSNL 4G Towers 

A total of 690 4G towers are slated for commissioning, aiming to significantly enhance connectivity in the region. Specifically, 337 towers will serve Mysuru and Chamarajanagar, while 200 and 153 towers are allocated for Kodagu and Mandya, respectively. 

Ujwal Gulhane, Chief General Manager Telecom, Karnataka Circle, highlighted BSNL’s initiatives and other projects during a media briefing in Mysuru. BSNL has undertaken a 4G saturation project by the Government of India, which is being monitored by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). 

Phase Wise Approach 

In the first phase of the project, 79 locations were identified in rural areas of the Mysuru business area, comprising Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, Kodagu, and Mandya districts. These locations currently have no network coverage from any mobile operators. 

Out of 55 sites in Kodagu, tower installations have been completed at 32 sites. Out of 22 sites in Mysuru and Chamarajanagar, installations have been completed at 14 sites. In Mandya, installations are planned for two sites. 

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