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Internet cable project in Lakshadweep

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Context: recently Kochi–Lakshadweep submarine optical fibre cable project was inaugurated , implemented at a cost of ₹1,072 crore, which will connect the islands to high-speed internet for the first time, after years of relying on limited satellite bandwidth.

About the project:

Objective

  •   The KLI project involves extending submarine cable connectivity from Kochi to eleven Lakshadweep Islands, including Kavaratti, Agatti, Minicoy, etc.
  • Previously, communication with the islands depended solely on satellites, resulting in limited bandwidth capacity that couldn't meet the growing demand.
  • The project aims to provide the population of Lakshadweep Islands with high-speed wireline broadband connectivity through FTTH and 5G/4G mobile networks.
    Funding
  • The project is funded by the Universal Services Obligation Fund (USOF), under the Department of Telecommunication.
    Link Distance
  • The total link distance covered by the project is 1,868 kilometers.

Implementing Agencies:

  • BSNL serves as the Project Executing Agency.
  • The contract for the project work was awarded to M/s NEC Corporation India Pvt Ltd.

Major Activities:

  • The project involves significant tasks such as Marine Route Survey, Submarine Cable laying, Civil Construction of CLS stations, as well as the Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of End Terminals (SLTE).

Benefits of the Project:

  1. The project will make significant contributions to the objectives of 'Digital India' and the 'National Broadband Mission,' enabling the Government of India to implement various e-governance projects in the Lakshadweep Islands.
  2. The initiative will play a crucial role in advancing E-Governance, Tourism, Education, Health, Commerce, and Industries in the region. This, in turn, is expected to elevate living standards and accelerate social and economic development on the islands.
  3. The bandwidth established through this project will be accessible to all Telecom Service Providers (TSPs), empowering them to enhance and strengthen their telecom services in the Lakshadweep Islands.

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