The BharatNet phase-3 project has a three-tier structure – internet leased line bandwidth which will be provided by BSNL at 7,269 blocks; middle-mile connectivity where private players will operate and maintain the project for 10 years; and the last-mile connectivity through the Udyami model.
Sterlite: The move comes close on the heels of its purported restructuring in 2023 that led to an exit of as many as 100 executives including those on top roles.
4G Mobile Towers: Noting that 5G services were launched in India on October 1, 2022, the MoS said "Within a span of 14 months, more than 4.15 lakh 5G sites are providing connectivity across 742 districts in the country."
Pratap Technocrats: Gurugram-based company that also offers operation and maintenance for active and passive telecom infrastructure, has an orderbook of close to Rs 3,000-crore currently.