Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Connection
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated a submarine fiber optic connectivity project for the Lakshadweep islands along with over Rs 1,150 crore worth of development initiatives spanning sectors like technology, healthcare, education and energy.
Connecting Lakshadweep to High-Speed Internet
The Kochi-Lakshadweep Submarine Optical Fiber Connection (KLI-SOFC) project is the first undersea cable link connecting the Lakshadweep islands to mainland India.
The 1,868 km cable network was built at a cost of Rs 1,072 crore. It will provide 100x faster internet to the island residents, ending years of bandwidth constraints.
Transformational Impact
Reliable, high-capacity broadband connectivity unlocks new opportunities for the island economy and its people. It paves the path for:
- E-Governance Efficiency: Improved public services
- Healthcare Access: Telemedicine and emergency care
- Education: Online learning platforms
- Commerce: Digital payments, banking and trading
- Tourism Growth: Boosting investment and livelihoods
The Prime Minister envisioned Lakshadweep emerging as a logistics hub leveraging the digital boost.
Implementation Methodology
Funded by the Universal Service Obligation Fund, the public sector BSNL executed the project awarded to technology multinational NEC Corporation through open bidding.
The submarine link promises a paradigm shift in communications infrastructure across 11 islands. It sets the stage for Lakshadweep to script a digital development narrative while augmenting ease of living and travel.
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Simran Seth
January 9, 2024 at 7:21 pmThis is fantastic news for Lakshadweep! 🌐💻 The inauguration of the submarine fiber optic connectivity project is a game-changer, providing high-speed internet and unlocking a world of opportunities for the island residents. 🏝️💡 It’s great to see the government investing in technology, healthcare, education, and more to improve the lives of the people in the region. 🙌💫 This project will undoubtedly transform the way Lakshadweep functions and opens up a bright future. 🚀🌈 Kudos to the Prime Minister and all involved in making this happen! 👏👏👏