HFCL Bags Major BharatNet Phase III Project with Rs 13,000 Crore Bid

HFCL Ltd and its consortium partners have been declared the lowest bidder for BharatNet Phase III optical fibre broadband network projects, totaling Rs 13,000 crore, across UP East, UP West, and Punjab. The initiative aims to connect rural areas and enhance digital access with high-speed internet.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 11-11-2024 21:46 IST | Created: 11-11-2024 21:46 IST
HFCL Bags Major BharatNet Phase III Project with Rs 13,000 Crore Bid
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Telecom equipment manufacturer HFCL Ltd has emerged as the lowest bidder for major broadband network contracts under BharatNet Phase III, valued at Rs 13,000 crore, targeting UP East, UP West, and Punjab regions.

The company's strategic bids, as part of a consortium, have secured them the contract to expand internet connectivity, a vital element for bridging digital gaps in rural areas.

This project aims to modernize digital infrastructure by connecting gram panchayats with high-speed fiber, supporting essential services like e-health, e-education, and e-governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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