High-speed broadband has finally reached 2,14,904 gram panchayats nationwide, thanks to the BharatNet initiative. This was revealed by Minister of State Dr. Chandrashekar Pemmasani during a Rajya Sabha session, underscoring the drive to make digital India truly inclusive.
Targeting completion by December 2025, the project prioritizes rural, frontier, and underdeveloped districts. In parallel, 23,694 mobile towers under 4G projects are live, delivering robust mobile connectivity to isolated areas.
The benefits extend far beyond internet access. Enhanced networks facilitate distance education, enable virtual healthcare, and optimize public service delivery. Remote citizens can now access schemes, pay bills, and stay informed without traveling miles.
Telecom quality is safeguarded through TRAI’s comprehensive QoS monitoring. To keep costs low, reforms like the 2023 Telecom Act streamline operations, while the Digital Bharat Nidhi injects funds into tough terrains, making universal service a reality.
This connectivity boom signals a new era for rural empowerment. By dismantling digital barriers, India is unlocking potential in its villages, paving the way for economic upliftment and social progress.