POONCH: The District Telecom Committee (DTC) met today in the Conference Hall, DC Office Poonch to review the status of telecommunication services and discuss measures for strengthening network connectivity in the district, with emphasis on the implementation of the Amended BharatNet Project. Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma chaired the meeting.
Detailed deliberations were held on the progress and implementation of the Amended BharatNet Project to strengthen digital connectivity and extending reliable broadband services to rural and far-flung areas of the District.
The Deputy Commissioner sought effective coordination among BSNL and other concerned departments for effective implementation of the project and addressing issues affecting its execution. He emphasized that improved digital connectivity is essential for facilitating access to online government services, education, healthcare and other essential facilities, particularly in remote, hilly and border areas.
The committee also discussed issues relating to inadequate mobile network coverage, identification of uncovered and poorly connected areas, installation of new mobile towers and removal of bottlenecks hindering the expansion of telecommunication infrastructure.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers and telecom representatives to work in close coordination, identify pending issues and take necessary measures for their timely resolution. He further emphasized the need to ensure that the benefits of improved digital infrastructure reach the residents of even the most remote habitations of the district.
The meeting concluded with a focus on expediting the Amended BharatNet Project and strengthening overall telecommunication infrastructure to ensure reliable and improved connectivity across District Poonch.
