The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is working on the next leg of the National Broadband Mission to improve connectivity, quality of services, increase broadband penetration, and infrastructure in the country.
The current National Broadband Mission has completed its five-year term, but the objectives have not been met. Consequently, a new initiative is being developed to establish more realistic targets concerning tower fiberisation, infrastructure for optical fibre cables (OFC), and enhancements in broadband speeds.
The new plan is currently under consideration for approval, with ongoing discussions focusing on key areas, government investments, and the private sector’s roles in improving connectivity, particularly in remote regions to eliminate the digital divide.
If approved, the National Broadband Mission 2.0 is expected to launch on April 1, 2025.
