New Delhi, Jan 2 : The Indian Army, in partnership with telecom service providers, has made significant progress in enhancing digital connectivity in border regions and remote villages of Ladakh over the past five months. This initiative includes previously isolated areas in Kargil and Siachen, which are now part of the digital landscape.
On Thursday, the Army shared a video on X showcasing the transformations brought about through these efforts and how they are benefiting the local communities.
In their post titled ‘Indian Army for India’s First Villages: Enhancing Connectivity & Hope in Remote Areas’, the Army noted that until June 2024, many border areas and remote villages in Ladakh were “lacking 4G mobile connectivity.”
“This disconnect hindered local communities from engaging with the nation’s digital revolution. The Indian Army collaborated with Bharti Airtel to provide connectivity to these First Villages of India,” the announcement revealed.
The Army highlighted that the Leh-based Fire and Fury Corps “proactively collaborated with all telecom service providers” to facilitate the installation of mobile towers in these remote locations.
“Braving harsh weather conditions, including sub-zero temperatures, a total of 42 Airtel 4G mobile towers have been successfully installed within five months, covering remote areas such as Kargil, Siachen, Demchok, DBO, and Galwan. This vital connection is essential for both local residents and soldiers stationed in Ladakh,” they stated in their message.
“This initiative is set to promote tourism in the region while also improving access to online education, remote medical services, and creating new economic opportunities through government initiatives, thus bridging the existing digital divide.
“The Indian Army is dedicated to promoting the comprehensive development of First Villages located in remote regions to meet our national objective of #ViksitBharat by 2047,” concluded the Army.
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