Meeting Held to Address 4G Saturation Scheme and BharatNet Project Status in Himachal Pradesh
Shimla, August 2, 2025 – A high-level meeting was convened on August 2, 2025, involving the Secretary (Digital Technologies & Governance), Government of Himachal Pradesh, and senior officials from BSNL HP Circle. The primary agenda of the meeting was to review the ongoing issues related to the 4G Saturation Scheme, road accessibility challenges in remote areas, and the current status of the Amended BharatNet Project across the state.
The meeting aimed to assess ground-level implementation bottlenecks and explore collaborative solutions for improving digital infrastructure, especially in underserved and inaccessible regions of Himachal Pradesh.
Key discussions included:
Delays and difficulties in deploying 4G mobile towers under the Saturation Scheme.
Logistical challenges due to difficult terrain and poor road connectivity in hilly regions.
Progress made under the Amended BharatNet Project and the roadmap for completing pending works.
The Secretary emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts between state departments and telecom operators to ensure timely delivery of digital connectivity initiatives, which are vital for socio-economic development in rural and far-flung areas.
The meeting concluded with actionable decisions to expedite infrastructure development and enhance inter-agency coordination to bridge the digital divide in the state.
