DoT Launches Sanchar Saathi App, NBM 2.0, and More

Sanchar Saathi Mobile App Boosts telecom security and resource management. Key Features: Chakshu: Report fraud communications. Know Mobile Connections: Manage connections under your name. Block Lost/Stolen Devices: Swift blocking and recovery. Verify Device Authenticity: Ensure genuine handset purchases.

National Broadband Mission (NBM) 2.0 Aim: Connect 1.7 lakh villages with broadband by 2030. Objectives: – 2.70 lakh villages to get OFC connectivity. – 90% of schools, PHCs, and panchayat offices to get broadband. – Improve national fixed broadband speeds to 100 Mbps.

Intra-Circle Roaming at DBN-Funded 4G Mobile Sites – Enables multiple TSP access from a single tower (BSNL, Airtel, Reliance). Benefits: – 27,836 DBN-funded 4G sites. – 35,400 villages with seamless 4G connectivity. – Reduces CAPEX and improves efficiency.