The ₹3,022-crore BharatNet Network project has been awarded to an ITI-led consortium

Current Context: On 8th November, The ₹3,022-crore BharatNet Network project has been awarded to an ITI-led consortium.

• This consortium has secured contracts for Package 8, covering Himachal Pradesh, and Package 9, encompassing West Bengal and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, as part of BharatNet Phase-3.
• The primary aim of the BharatNet project is to provide high-speed broadband connectivity to all Gram Panchayats and villages across India, thereby bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas.
• The project involves laying optical fiber cables and establishing the necessary infrastructure to ensure seamless internet access.

Question:

1. What is the total financial value of the BharatNet Network project awarded to the ITI-led consortium?

• A) ₹1,500 crore
• B) ₹2,500 crore
• C) ₹3,022 crore
• D) ₹4,000 crore

Answer: C) The BharatNet Network project, as mentioned, is valued at ₹3,022 crore, awarded to an ITI-led consortium as part of BharatNet Phase-3.