Shri Rakesh Garg, the new Secretary DOT has stated that the government will provide broadband connectivity to 2,25,000 gram panchayats in the country within three years. The NOFN Project for this purpose has already started. The Special Purpose Vehicle, BBNL, with Rs. 21,000 crore allotment with participation of BSNL, Railtel and PGCIL are already on the move.
Broadband connectivity is crucial for the growth of the country.