 "telecom, telcos")
The Union government is readying the next phase of BharatNet -- the project that aims to provide broadband connectivity to 250,000 gram panchayats in the country -- and will soon finalise a Public Private Partnership model where each state may be allowed to invite private players based on demand. The proposal, which is at an advanced stage, will empower states to make their own decision as far as private participation is concerned.
It is learnt that the Department of Telecommunications has firmed up the proposal with the government think tank NITI Aayog, to monetise BharatNet and will soon be sent
